JitterBug! Spineless Wonders of the World
Critics' Picks
From a goliath bird eating tarantula to a hefty lubber grasshopper, Moody Gardens visitors will have a chance to meet a wide variety of unique spineless insects this summer. The Rainforest Pyramid now features JitterBug! Spineless Wonders of the World. The special exhibit includes both local and exotic bugs along with interesting facts about each critter.
Inside the Rainforest Pyramid, visitors will see over 1,000 species of floras and faunas of the rainforests of Asia, Africa and the Americas as well as colorful macaws and fish. As a new feature, there will be tropical thunder several times a day with immersive sound effects and misty showers so real that guests may want to go on an adventure through the forest in raincoats. Rainforest presentations will also take place every hour between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily discussing all aspects of the rainforest from plants, conservation efforts to insects and animals.
The ten-story signature pyramid has been undergoing a $25 million enhancement project sin…
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Angel Cradling Bunny"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 511 17th Street is entitled "Angel Cradling Bunny," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
511 17th Street
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Birds of Galveston"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1620 Sealy is entitled "Birds of Galveston," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1620 Sealy
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Dalmatian"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 823 25th Street (on the grounds
of Galveston City Hall near Fire Station 1) is entitled "Dalmatian," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
823 25th Street
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Dolphin"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 828 Ball (facing 9th Street) is entitled "Dolphin," by artist unknown.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
828 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Dolphin, Eel, and Dorado"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1302 Ball is entitled "Dolphin, Eel, and Dorado," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1302 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Fireplug"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 823 25th Street (on the grounds
of Galveston City Hall near Fire Station 1) is entitled "Fireplug," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
823 25th Street
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Geisha"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1717 Ball is entitled "Geisha," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1717 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Great Dane"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1228 Sealy (facing 13th Street) is entitled "Great Dane," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1228 Sealy
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Hand Clutching Diploma"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 718 41st Street (on grounds of
Wright-Cuney Park) is entitled "Hand Clutching Diploma," by artist Earl Jones.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
Wright-Cuney Park
718 41st Street
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Large Pelican"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1609 Postoffice Street is entitled "Large Pelican," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1609 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Mermaid Holding Clam Shell"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1428 Church is entitled "Mermaid Holding Clam Shell," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1428 Church
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Monument to Galveston’s Trees"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1028 Winnie is entitled "Monument to Galveston’s Trees," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1028 Winnie
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Owl"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1302 Ball is entitled "Owl," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1302 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Pelican Sitting on Piling"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1618 Church is entitled "Pelican Sitting on Piling," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1618 Church
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Pelicans"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 628 14th Street (behind the Mosquito Cafe) is entitled "Pelicans," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
628 14th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Pod of Dolphins and Mermaid"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 902 Ball is entitled "Pod of Dolphins and Mermaid," by artist Earl Jones.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
902 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Sister Angels"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1717 Ball is entitled "Sister Angels," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1717 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Squirrel with Acorn"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1302 Ball is entitled "Squirrel with Acorn," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1302 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1702 Winnie is entitled "Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz," by artist Jim Phillips.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1702 Winnie
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Toad"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1615 Ball is entitled "Toad," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1615 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Two Herons"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1316 Ball is entitled "Two Herons," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1316 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Wildlife Totem Pole"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1302 Ball is entitled "Wildlife Totem Pole," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1302 Ball
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Wildlife Tree"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 83rd Street at the Airport (inside the castle
playground at Schrieber Park) is entitled "Wildlife Tree," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
Schrieber Park
Frank Giusti Dr.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Tree Sculpture Tour: "Yellow Lab"
Visual Arts & Film
This sculpture located at 1820 Winnie is entitled "Yellow Lab," by artist Dayle Lewis.
On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy.
Months later sculpture artists have breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy.
Contact: cahillali@cityofgalveston.org. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010.
1820 Winnie
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Renee Rodriguez: "Restorations"
Exhibitions
Nada presents an exhibition by Renee Rodriguez entitled "Restorations." The show will be on view August 28th thru October 6th.
NADA is Galveston's most unique venue for meeting friends in the morning over a cup of coffee or winding down with a cocktail in the evening. It is a place to quietly reflect, read a book, browse a magazine, surf the internet, study, chat with old friends, or make new ones. Come and find what NADA can be for you.
Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Nada
408 20th Street
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Self-Guided Tours at the Grand
Lectures & Workshops
Enjoy popular self-guided tours at The Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston, where visitors can tour a working 115-year-old performing arts theatre, named the “official Opera House of the State of Texas”. Self-guided tours will be available for $2 per person on Monday-Saturday from 9am-5pm. (Note: Self-guided tours of The Grand may be suspended during office hours when performances are in rehearsals. Please call The Grand’s box office at (409) 765-1894 to confirm availability of tours.)
The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice Street in Galveston’s historic downtown Entertainment District. For information about upcoming performances, to schedule a guided tour and for more information, contact The Grand’s box office at 409.765.1894, 800.821./1894 or visit www.thegrand.com.
Price: $2. Contact: (800)821-1894. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Grand
2020 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Foundations of Influence
Exhibitions
Galveston has always possessed remarkable vitality despite the various forces and events that have challenged it. Its citizens were the definition of true Galvestonians whose love and respect for the coastal city's mercantile and cultural life persevered despite the environmental threats of the Gulf of Mexico.
The "Foundations of Influence" exhibit is located on the third floor of the Rosenberg Library in the Hallway Gallery. Portraits of well known members of Galveston families line the walls, and special belongings are displayed in the elegant hallway cases.
In 1838 Michel B. Menard founded the Galveston City Company on "one league and a labor of land" on the eastern end of Galveston Island. With this company the first citizens of Galveston issued deeds to plots of land to investors, and the City of Galveston was chartered in 1839. As the principal port and gateway to the Southwest, Galveston was able to profit from shipping, mercantile goods, banks, and transportation.
The mid-1870s through the…
Contact: 409-763-8854 ext. 125. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Pottery of the Americas
Ethnic & Multicultural
"Pottery of the Americas: An Exhibit of Pre-Columbian, Mexican, and Native American Pottery" is now on display in the third floor Hutchings Gallery of the Rosenberg Library. This exhibition explores the various processes and techniques used to manufacture pottery, the common materials used, and the historic cultures from South America, Mexico, and the American Southwest. The featured artifacts include a stunning assemblage of pottery wares dating from 300 AD through the 20th century, and are a rare opportunity to see part of the museum’s permanent collection that are not closely connected to the Galveston area.
The production of pottery is one of the oldest forms of ancient art as civilizations have used durable, waterproof containers for centuries. Fragments of pottery, called potsherds, are one of the most common finds discovered on archaeological sites. These remnants offer historians insight about the organization, economic condition, and cultural development of the societies that produced or acquir…
Contact: 409-763-8854 ext. 125. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Sole Mates: A Tale of Women's Shoes
Exhibitions
Once upon a time, humans discovered the practicality of using natural materials to protect their feet from harsh environments. From bark, leather, and wood, women have taken the function of footwear to another level and have developed expressive styles that have since come full swing.
Did you know that as late as the 1850s some shoes were still made on absolutely straight lasts? This meant that there was no difference between the right and the left shoes. Though convenient when waking up in the morning, breaking in a new pair of shoes was not easy.
Victorian morality of the late 19th century required women’s ankles to be covered to protect them from men’s prying eyes. The priority of this time was function, not fashion, but the rare glimpse of the exposed foot while walking inspired boot makers to adorn their creations with silk fabrics, lace, buttons and metallic thread embroidery.
The early part of the 20th century is often referred to as the the Belle Epoque, or “Beautiful Age.” Women of this ti…
Contact: 409-763-8854 ext. 125. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Pieces of the Past: Cessna Quilt Collection
Critics' Picks
What do a black-and-white coal miner’s quilt, an international flag tobacco-silk quilt, a Texas Two-Step quilt with a backing made from feed sacks, and a red album-block friendship quilt have in common? They are all part of the private collection of quilter and collector Rebekah Williams Cessna, of Missouri City, Texas. She has loaned 43 of them to Galveston Historical Foundation for its next quilt exhibit, “Pieces of the Past: The Rebekah Cessna Quilt Collection” which is now on display at at GHF’s headquarters in the 1861 U.S. Custom House, 502 20th St. Galveston.
The exhibit is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a special showing from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on August 28, the evening of downtown Galveston’s ArtWalk. The exhibit is scheduled to run through September 24.
Most of the quilts are old; a few seem to be of fairly recent vintage (indicated by their use of heavy synthetic fabrics), but what they all have in common is that their design motifs reflect a genuineness—a s…
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Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
1861 Custom House
502 20th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Tracks of Progress" Self-Guided Tour
Exhibitions
The Galveston Railroad Museum is currently offering self-guided "Tracks of Progress" tours, Monday thru Saturday, 9am to 3pm. Tours require a nominal donation, to be used toward building and exhibit repairs.
You're invited to view the damages due to Hurricane Ike, the repairs that are in progress, and the exhibits that have been restored to date.
Visitors are encouraged to use the free parking lot located at 2602 Santa Fe Place, and to check in at the Museum's temporary office to sign their guest book.
Contact: (409)765-5700. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Railroad Museum
123 25th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "African Adventure 3D"
Moody Gardens
For many of us, Africa remains a distant and inaccessible place. Now however, there is an opportunity to visit the Okavango Delta, one of the most unique wilderness areas on this fascinating continent, in a new 40 minute giant screen film, "African Adventure 3D: Safari in the Okavango." Departing from the panhandle in the north where the Okavango River meanders through a 10-mile wide mat of papyrus, viewers will venture into the heart of the delta and come face-to-face with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, lions, and many types of antelope.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:40 AM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Milton Austherman & Marion Mercer
Exhibitions
Wagner Sousa Modern Art features two new exhibitions: Milton Ausherman's "New Paintings," and Marion Mercer's "Sculpture." On view August 28th thru October 2nd.
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.
Contact: (409)392-3331. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Wagner Sousa Modern Art
404 25th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Gayle Reynolds: "Palm Trees & Island Scenes"
Exhibitions
The Water's Edge features "Palm Trees & Island Scenes," a collection of paintings by Gayle Reynolds. Also featured are works by Madeline Baker, Pat Moberley Moore, David Michael Brady, John Whitman, Patricia Gruy, and Charles Caillouet.
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.
Contact: (409)762-1925. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Water's Edge
2602 Avenue M
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Best of Class" Watercolors
Exhibitions
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 the "Best of Class" Watercolors by Janet Hassinger's students. On view August 28th thru October 4th.
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…
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Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Silk Stocking Gallery
25th & Avenue L
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Amazeing Butterflies"
Critics' Picks
Moody Gardens will feature a special exhibit just in time for the summer vacation season. “Amazeing” Butterflies will feature a maze and free-flying live butterflies. The exhibit is designed to teach visitors the life cycle, variety of species and survival challenges of the colorful insects.
“Butterflies have been at the top of the request list as something that our guests have wanted to see here at Moody Gardens,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens CEO and president. “Along with the other unique attractions that Moody Gardens has to offer, we hope this will add value to the guest experience.”
As soon as guests step inside the exhibit, they will be surrounded by hundreds of butterflies that are released daily. As they continue their journey, they will enter a maze through the huge monarch caterpillar tunnel. The maze will feature dead-ends, down which, lurks graphics with poisonous plants and predators that pose the same threat butterflies face daily. Visitors will discover the unique facts behind the be…
Price: $5.95. Contact: (800)582-4673. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Moody Gardens Discovery Circle
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Joyce Howell: "Local Color"
Exhibitions
Bogan Gallery presents a new exhibition by Joyce Howell entitled "Local Color." On view August 28th thru October 2nd.
John Van Domelen's grandfather introduced him to the beauty of crafted wood. Since then, he has taken his own inspiration and methodologies and combined them with a concern for the natural environment. He uses cutoffs and visits tree trimmers and housing developments to recycle wood destined for a landfill. Some of his works are made from exotic woods, some from wood collected in the aftermath of Hurricane Ike. He both carves by hand and turns with a lathe, and uses a variety of additional processes including burning and dying. His hope is to inspire a future generation to explore the artistic properties of wood.
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 d…
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Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Bogan Gallery
2217 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Jacqui Stanley: "Patterns Beneath the Sea"
Exhibitions
Ocean Divers is pleased to present a special ArtWalk exhibition by Jacqui Stanley entitled "Patterns Beneath the Sea." The show will be on view August 28th thru October 6th.
Located at the corner of 25th Street (Rosenberg) and Church Street in Galveston's historic Strand District, Island Divers offers NAUI training, Scubapro equipment sales, travel, repairs, rentals, and fills.
The company offers a range of diving training - from sport thru technical.
Contact: (409)621-2010. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Island Divers
525 25th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Rene' Wiley: "New Work"
Exhibitions
Rene' Wiley Gallery presents Rene' Wiley's "New Work." Other artists on exhibit include James D. Phillips, Dale Hooks, and Fog Tanner. Exhibition will remain on view thru October 8th.
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.
Contact: (409)457-7669. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM.
Rene' Wiley Studio Gallery
2128 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Across the Sea of Time 3D"
Moody Gardens
"Across the Sea of Time 3D" tells the compelling story of an 11-year-old Russian stowaway, Tomas, who arrives in New York hoping to meet up with a branch of his family who came to America decades earlier. Armed with a stereopticon (a primitive precursor to today's 3D) and a handful of photographs from the turn of the century that an relative sent back to Russia, he suddenly encounters the sights and sounds of New York as it is today.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:50 AM – 11:35 AM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family"
Critics' Picks
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.
Adult Admission: $7. Children Admission: $3.50. Contact: (409)762-7668. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Bishop's Palace Tour
Lectures & Workshops
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…
Adult Admission: $10. Children Admission: $7. Contact: (409)762-2475. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Saralene Tapley: "Free Floating"
Exhibitions
DesignWorks gallery presents a new exhibition by Saralene Tapley entitled "Free Floating." The show will be on view August 28th thru October 3rd.
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.
Contact: (409)766-7599. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
DesignWorks
2119 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Dixie Friend Gay: "Mural Studies 1998–2009"
Critics' Picks
Galveston Arts Center is pleased to present Dixie Friend Gay: Mural Studies 1998–2009, featuring studies for public and private art projects by the Houston artist. The exhibition will open during the August 28th ArtWalk and remain on view through October 3, 2010. Curator Clint Willour will lead a gallery talk with the artist at 6:30 pm. A special preview for GAC members will be held on Friday, August 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Exploring the mystery and power of nature, Friend Gay has focused on public art projects since 1998. This exhibition is presented as a celebration of the completion of the artist’s most recent project, a series of three mosaics installed in the lobby of the new Ocean and Coastal Studies Building at Texas A&M University at Galveston. Composed of tumbled Smalti glass mosaic tile, the murals depict undersea life. Benthic Zone, 2010, features enlarged ceramic reliefs of micro-fossil creatures—plankton, diatoms, and invertebrates—encouraging viewers to see and touch. Preparatory paintings…
Contact: (409)763-2403. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Galveston Arts Center in Exile 2
2501 Market St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. C. Ellen Hart: "Recent Work"
Exhibitions
Join Buchanan Gallery as it hosts a new exhibition C. Ellen Hart entitled "Recent Work." The exhibition will be on view at the gallery August 28th thru October 2nd.
Contact: (409)763-8683. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Buchanan Gallery
220 25th Street
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Karla Thomas: "Bold Bounty of the Garden"
Culinary
The Mosquito Cafe will host a special exhibition featuring Karla Thomas's "Bold Bounty of the Garden." On view August 28th thru October 6th.
Contact: (409)763-1010. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Mosquito Cafe
628 14th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Harbor Tour
Critics' Picks
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.
Adult Admission: $12. Children Admission: $10. Contact: (409)765-1700. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Wild Ocean 3D"
Moody Gardens
"Wild Ocean 3D" is an explosive, symphonic giant screen film about man and nature that captures one of the world’s greatest spectacles. Each year a massive feeding frenzy takes place in the oceans of South Africa as billions of fish migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Wild Coast.
Breaching whales, frenzied sharks, herding dolphins, and diving gannets compete in an epic underwater struggle for survival. "Wild Ocean 3D" is produced by the creators of the international sensation "STOMP" and directors of the award-winning giant screen film "Pulse: a STOMP Odyssey.".
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 11:50 AM – 12:35 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Lotttery Ticket"
Visual Arts & Film
Kevin Carson, a young man living in the projects, wins $370 million in a nationwide lottery. When his opportunistic neighbors discover he has the winning ticket in his possession, Kevin must survive their greedy and sometimes even threatening actions over a three-day holiday weekend before he can claim his prize.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Erik White. Cast: Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Ice Cube , Brandon T. Jackson, Naturi Naughton, Keith David. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:35 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.lotteryticketmovie.com. "The Switch"
Visual Arts & Film
Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her slightly neurotic best friend Wally's objections, decides it's time to have a baby--even if it means doing it by herself... with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie's plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn't discovered until seven years later when Wally finally gets acquainted with Kassie's precocious -- though slightly neurotic -- son.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hours 40 Minutes. Directed By: Josh Gordon, Will Speck. Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Jeff Goldblum, Patrick Wilson, Juliette Lewis. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:40 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit theswitch-movie.com. Bishop's Palace Tour
Lectures & Workshops
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…
Adult Admission: $10. Children Admission: $7. Contact: (409)762-2475. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America Through Galveston Island"
Critics' Picks
The traveling exhibit "Forgotten Gateway" 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. It will 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 sa…
Adults: $8.95. Seniors 65+: $6.95. Kids 4-12: $6.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Eat Pray Love"
Visual Arts & Film
Liz Gilbert had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having -- a husband, a house, a successful career -- yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 2 Hours 13 Minutes. Directed By: Ryan Murphy. Cast: Julia Roberts, James Franco, Richard Jenkins, Viola Davis, Billy Crudup. Genre: Drama. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:10 PM – 2:23 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.letyourselfgo.com. "The Last Exorcism"
Visual Arts & Film
When he arrives on the rural Louisiana farm of Louis Sweetzer, the Reverend Cotton Marcus expects to perform just another routine "exorcism" on a disturbed religious fanatic. An earnest fundamentalist, Sweetzer has contacted the charismatic preacher as a last resort, certain his teenage daughter Nell is possessed by a demon who must be exorcized before their terrifying ordeal ends in unimaginable tragedy. Buckling under the weight of his conscience after years of parting desperate believers with their money, Cotton and his crew plan to film a confessionary documentary of this, his last exorcism. But upon arriving at the already blood drenched family farm, it is soon clear that nothing could have prepared him for the true evil he encounters there. Now, too late to turn back, Reverend Marcus' own beliefs are shaken to the core when he and his crew must find a way to save Nell - and themselves - before it is too late.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes. Directed By: Daniel Stamm. Cast: Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell, Iris Bahr, Louis Herthum, Caleb Landry Jones. Genre: Drama. Horror. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:20 PM – 1:50 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit thelastexorcism.com. "Happy Feet 4D"
Moody Gardens
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in "Happy Feet 4-D Experience." Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of Emperor Penguins faced with a diminishing food supply. Mumble sets out on an adventure to appeal to the better nature of humans and tries to reason with them to stop stealing the fish. Using courage and bravery, the banished Mumble soon realizes that his toe-tapping talent isn’t a burden, but a gift to be treasured—and his dancing feet may ultimately save his endangered colony! Featured in digital 3-D and brought to life with 4-D multi-sensory effects, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy.
Note: 4D shows will run continously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:30 PM – 12:45 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Sharks 3D"
Moody Gardens
Come face-to-face with a multitude of shark species, including the Great White, Hammerhead, and Whale Shark. Witness them as they really are: not wicked man-eating beasts, but wild fascinating and endangered animals that have been in existence a million years before dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Join the expert team of ocean explorers that brought you "Ocean Wonderland 3D" on this unique round-the-globe expedition documenting the life of this ultimate predator.
Presented by Jean-Michel Cousteau, "Sharks 3D" is a breathtaking 3D film experience that offers audiences a truly unique perspective on these amazing creatures.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:40 PM – 1:25 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Toy Story 3"
Visual Arts & Film
Woody and Buzz had accepted that their owner Andy would grow up someday, but what happens when that day arrives? In the third installment, Andy is preparing to depart for college, leaving his loyal toys troubled about their uncertain future.
MPAA Rating: G. Run Time: 1 Hour 38 Minutes. Directed By: Lee Unkrich. Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Ned Beatty, Don Rickles. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: A-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:45 PM – 2:23 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit disney.go.com. "Takers"
Visual Arts & Film
A notorious group of criminals continue to baffle police by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. They are in and out like clockwork, leaving no evidence behind and laying low in between heists. But when they attempt to pull off one last job with more money at stake than ever before, the crew may find their plans interrupted by a hardened detective who is hell-bent on solving the case.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 47 Minutes. Directed By: John Luessenhop. Cast: Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, Tip 'T.I.' Harris. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 12:55 PM – 2:42 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.whoarethetakers.com. "The American"
Visual Arts & Film
As an assassin, Jack is constantly on the move and always alone. After a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, Jack retreats to the Italian countryside. He relishes being away from death for a spell as he holes up in a small medieval town. While there, Jack takes an assignment to construct a weapon for a mysterious contact, Mathilde. Savoring the peaceful quietude he finds in the mountains of Abruzzo, Jack accepts the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues a torrid liaison with a beautiful woman, Clara. Jack and Clara's time together evolves into a romance, one seemingly free of danger. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Anton Corbijn. Cast: George Clooney, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli, Violante Placido, Irina Bjorklund. Genre: Romance. Thriller. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 2:35 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit focusfeatures.com. "The Expendables"
Visual Arts & Film
A group of mercenaries is hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Once the mission begins, the men realize things aren't quite as they appear, finding themselves caught in a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal. With their mission thwarted and an innocent life in danger, the men struggle with an even tougher challenge -- one that threatens to destroy this band of brothers. Barney Ross is a man with nothing to lose. Fearless and void of emotion, he is the leader, the sage and the strategist of this tight-knit band of men who live on the fringe. His only attachment is to his pickup truck, his seaplane and his team of loyal modern-day warriors. His is a true cynic who describes what he does as ¿removing those hard to get at stains.¿ The team behind him is made up of Lee Christmas, former SAS and a savant with anything that has a blade; Yin Yang, a master at close-quarter combat; Hale Caesar, who has known Barney for ten years and is a long-barrel weapons specialist; To…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 43 Minutes. Directed By: Sylvester Stallone. Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Eric Roberts. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 2:43 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit expendablesthemovie.com. Bishop's Palace Tour
Lectures & Workshops
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…
Adult Admission: $10. Children Admission: $7. Contact: (409)762-2475. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Extreme Log Ride"
Moody Gardens
In 2020, humankind is on the brink of a major environmental disaster. To save us from extinction, scientists develop a supertree. Follow the life of a super-tree in a spectacular ride that bounces, tumbles and flies through the farm known as Himalamazon.
Note: Ridefilm shows will run continuously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Strap on your seatbelt and hold on for an incredible experience! Ridefilm technology offers the ultimate in high-impact, immersive simulation. Each 18-passenger ride is surrounded by a seamless 180° wraparound screen that fully encompasses each viewer's peripheral vision. High quality images and awesome sound combine to make you a part of the action. For the safety of guests, riders be at least 42 inches tall.
Contact: (800)582-4673. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Harbor Tour
Critics' Picks
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.
Adult Admission: $12. Children Admission: $10. Contact: (409)765-1700. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "September Show"
Exhibitions
The Galveston Art League presents its September 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.
Contact: (409)621-1008. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Galveston Art League Gallery
2117A Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Machete"
Visual Arts & Film
After a violent shakedown from a notorious drug lord nearly kills him, Machete, a renegade Mexican Federale and tough-as-nails vigilante for justice, roams the streets of Texas, working as a day laborer. When Machete is hired by a crooked US Senator to execute a covert hit, Machete is double-crossed and forced to run from the cops and an endless stream of assassins. But what they don't know is that Machete is looking for them so he can settle the score.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes. Directed By: Robert Rodriguez, Ethan Maniquis. Cast: Robert De Niro, Danny Trejo, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriguez, Steven Seagal. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:10 PM – 2:55 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.vivamachete.com. "Nanny McPhee Returns"
Visual Arts & Film
In the latest installment, Nanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother, Mrs. Isabel Green, who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. But once she's arrived, Nanny McPhee discovers that Mrs. Green's children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in and refuse to leave. Relying on everything from a flying motorcycle and a statue that comes to life to a tree-climbing piglet and a baby elephant who turns up in the oddest places, Nanny McPhee uses her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons.
MPAA Rating: PG. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Susanna White. Cast: Emma Thompson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ralph Fiennes, Rhys Ifans, Maggie Smith. Genre: Comedy. Fantasy. Science Fiction. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:15 PM – 3:04 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.nannymcphee.com. "Going the Distance"
Visual Arts & Film
Erin's wry wit and unfiltered frankness charm newly single Garrett over beer, bar trivia and breakfast the next morning. Their chemistry sparks a full-fledged summer fling, but neither expects it to last once Erin heads home to San Francisco and Garrett stays behind for his job in New York City. But when six weeks of romping through the city inadvertently become meaningful, neither is sure they want it to end. And while Garrett's friends, Box and Dan, joke about his pre-flight calorie-cutting and his full-time relationship with his cell phone, they don't like losing their best drinking buddy to yet another rocky romance. At the same time, Erin's high-strung, overprotective married sister, Corrine, wants to keep Erin from heading down an all-too-familiar road. But despite the opposite coasts, the nay-saying friends and family, and a few unexpected temptations, the couple just might have found something like love, and with the help of a lot of texting, sexting and late-night phone calls, they might actually go…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Nanette Burstein. Cast: Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:20 PM – 3:09 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit going-the-distance.warnerbros.com. "Happy Feet 4D"
Moody Gardens
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in "Happy Feet 4-D Experience." Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of Emperor Penguins faced with a diminishing food supply. Mumble sets out on an adventure to appeal to the better nature of humans and tries to reason with them to stop stealing the fish. Using courage and bravery, the banished Mumble soon realizes that his toe-tapping talent isn’t a burden, but a gift to be treasured—and his dancing feet may ultimately save his endangered colony! Featured in digital 3-D and brought to life with 4-D multi-sensory effects, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy.
Note: 4D shows will run continously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:30 PM – 1:45 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "African Adventure 3D"
Moody Gardens
For many of us, Africa remains a distant and inaccessible place. Now however, there is an opportunity to visit the Okavango Delta, one of the most unique wilderness areas on this fascinating continent, in a new 40 minute giant screen film, "African Adventure 3D: Safari in the Okavango." Departing from the panhandle in the north where the Okavango River meanders through a 10-mile wide mat of papyrus, viewers will venture into the heart of the delta and come face-to-face with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, lions, and many types of antelope.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1:30 PM – 2:10 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Bishop's Palace Tour
Lectures & Workshops
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…
Adult Admission: $10. Children Admission: $7. Contact: (409)762-2475. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM.
Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Extreme Log Ride"
Moody Gardens
In 2020, humankind is on the brink of a major environmental disaster. To save us from extinction, scientists develop a supertree. Follow the life of a super-tree in a spectacular ride that bounces, tumbles and flies through the farm known as Himalamazon.
Note: Ridefilm shows will run continuously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Strap on your seatbelt and hold on for an incredible experience! Ridefilm technology offers the ultimate in high-impact, immersive simulation. Each 18-passenger ride is surrounded by a seamless 180° wraparound screen that fully encompasses each viewer's peripheral vision. High quality images and awesome sound combine to make you a part of the action. For the safety of guests, riders be at least 42 inches tall.
Contact: (800)582-4673. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Colonel Paddlewheel Cruise
Critics' Picks
Colonel Paddlewheel Boat is an authentic replica of an 1800-style Paddlewheeler. The charming 800-passenger paddlewheel boat takes guests on year-round hour-long cruises in Offatts Bayou. The boat also features climate-controlled Galveston and Texas Rooms with large dance floors, which can be booked for private dinners and parties.
Enjoy daily one-hour cruises across beautiful Offatts Bayou, May 29 thru August 21st, at 2pm.
Adults: $9.95. Seniors 65+: $7.95. Kids 4-12: $7.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
The Colonel Paddlewheeler
One Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Wild Ocean 3D"
Moody Gardens
"Wild Ocean 3D" is an explosive, symphonic giant screen film about man and nature that captures one of the world’s greatest spectacles. Each year a massive feeding frenzy takes place in the oceans of South Africa as billions of fish migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Wild Coast.
Breaching whales, frenzied sharks, herding dolphins, and diving gannets compete in an epic underwater struggle for survival. "Wild Ocean 3D" is produced by the creators of the international sensation "STOMP" and directors of the award-winning giant screen film "Pulse: a STOMP Odyssey.".
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:20 PM – 3:05 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Lotttery Ticket"
Visual Arts & Film
Kevin Carson, a young man living in the projects, wins $370 million in a nationwide lottery. When his opportunistic neighbors discover he has the winning ticket in his possession, Kevin must survive their greedy and sometimes even threatening actions over a three-day holiday weekend before he can claim his prize.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Erik White. Cast: Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Ice Cube , Brandon T. Jackson, Naturi Naughton, Keith David. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:25 PM – 4:00 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.lotteryticketmovie.com. "The Switch"
Visual Arts & Film
Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her slightly neurotic best friend Wally's objections, decides it's time to have a baby--even if it means doing it by herself... with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie's plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn't discovered until seven years later when Wally finally gets acquainted with Kassie's precocious -- though slightly neurotic -- son.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hours 40 Minutes. Directed By: Josh Gordon, Will Speck. Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Jeff Goldblum, Patrick Wilson, Juliette Lewis. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:25 PM – 4:05 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit theswitch-movie.com. "Happy Feet 4D"
Moody Gardens
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in "Happy Feet 4-D Experience." Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of Emperor Penguins faced with a diminishing food supply. Mumble sets out on an adventure to appeal to the better nature of humans and tries to reason with them to stop stealing the fish. Using courage and bravery, the banished Mumble soon realizes that his toe-tapping talent isn’t a burden, but a gift to be treasured—and his dancing feet may ultimately save his endangered colony! Featured in digital 3-D and brought to life with 4-D multi-sensory effects, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy.
Note: 4D shows will run continously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Harbor Tour
Critics' Picks
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.
Adult Admission: $12. Children Admission: $10. Contact: (409)765-1700. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "The Last Exorcism"
Visual Arts & Film
When he arrives on the rural Louisiana farm of Louis Sweetzer, the Reverend Cotton Marcus expects to perform just another routine "exorcism" on a disturbed religious fanatic. An earnest fundamentalist, Sweetzer has contacted the charismatic preacher as a last resort, certain his teenage daughter Nell is possessed by a demon who must be exorcized before their terrifying ordeal ends in unimaginable tragedy. Buckling under the weight of his conscience after years of parting desperate believers with their money, Cotton and his crew plan to film a confessionary documentary of this, his last exorcism. But upon arriving at the already blood drenched family farm, it is soon clear that nothing could have prepared him for the true evil he encounters there. Now, too late to turn back, Reverend Marcus' own beliefs are shaken to the core when he and his crew must find a way to save Nell - and themselves - before it is too late.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes. Directed By: Daniel Stamm. Cast: Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell, Iris Bahr, Louis Herthum, Caleb Landry Jones. Genre: Drama. Horror. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 2:40 PM – 4:10 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit thelastexorcism.com. BrewTopia Beer Garden
Moody Gardens
This Labor Day weekend music and beer lovers have cause to celebrate. The Brewmasters International Beer Festival unveiled the band line-up for the BrewTopia Beer Garden featuring a host of talented and award-winning Houston area bands. Among those scheduled to appear are D.R.U.M. Zydeco Dots, Robert Ellis & The Boys, The Mighty Orq, Skyblue72, Sonnier Brothers Band, James Reese Band, Zwee, and Ryan Scroggins and the Trenchtown Texans.
Friday, September 3rd, don't miss the James Reese Band, 4:30pm - 8:00pm, playing blues, rock, soul and funk, and fronted by an incredible guitar player.
From Sept. 3 - 6, the Moody Gardens Poolside Terrace will be transformed into a genuine old-country beer garden featuring four rocking days of live music, food and or course beer! In addition to the eclectic band line-up, guests can enjoy Burgers, Brats and plenty of Brew while lounging on the terrace or taking a dip in the Texas-size pool.
Admission to the BrewTopia Beer Garden is FREE, although the donation of can…
Contact: (713)557-5732. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Bishop's Palace Tour
Lectures & Workshops
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…
Adult Admission: $10. Children Admission: $7. Contact: (409)762-2475. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM.
Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Extreme Log Ride"
Moody Gardens
In 2020, humankind is on the brink of a major environmental disaster. To save us from extinction, scientists develop a supertree. Follow the life of a super-tree in a spectacular ride that bounces, tumbles and flies through the farm known as Himalamazon.
Note: Ridefilm shows will run continuously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Strap on your seatbelt and hold on for an incredible experience! Ridefilm technology offers the ultimate in high-impact, immersive simulation. Each 18-passenger ride is surrounded by a seamless 180° wraparound screen that fully encompasses each viewer's peripheral vision. High quality images and awesome sound combine to make you a part of the action. For the safety of guests, riders be at least 42 inches tall.
Contact: (800)582-4673. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D"
Moody Gardens
Featuring nine-time world surfing champion Kelly Slater, "Ultimate Wave Tahiti" will immerse audiences in the story of an ocean wave and the lives it impacts and transforms. From astounding 3D surfing action to the chaos of ocean storms, the film leads audiences on a quest to understand one of this planet’s most intriguing and dramatic phenomena.
Action in Ultimate Wave focuses on Tahiti and the volcanic islands of French Polynesia, home to some of the world’s most challenging surfing and to astounding coral reef ecosystems at the turbulent interface between island and ocean. The islands are also a homeland of the Polynesian seafaring culture and the surfing art integral to the film.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:10 PM – 3:55 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Eat Pray Love"
Visual Arts & Film
Liz Gilbert had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having -- a husband, a house, a successful career -- yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 2 Hours 13 Minutes. Directed By: Ryan Murphy. Cast: Julia Roberts, James Franco, Richard Jenkins, Viola Davis, Billy Crudup. Genre: Drama. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:15 PM – 5:28 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.letyourselfgo.com. "Toy Story 3"
Visual Arts & Film
Woody and Buzz had accepted that their owner Andy would grow up someday, but what happens when that day arrives? In the third installment, Andy is preparing to depart for college, leaving his loyal toys troubled about their uncertain future.
MPAA Rating: G. Run Time: 1 Hour 38 Minutes. Directed By: Lee Unkrich. Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Ned Beatty, Don Rickles. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: A-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:15 PM – 4:53 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit disney.go.com. "Happy Feet 4D"
Moody Gardens
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in "Happy Feet 4-D Experience." Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of Emperor Penguins faced with a diminishing food supply. Mumble sets out on an adventure to appeal to the better nature of humans and tries to reason with them to stop stealing the fish. Using courage and bravery, the banished Mumble soon realizes that his toe-tapping talent isn’t a burden, but a gift to be treasured—and his dancing feet may ultimately save his endangered colony! Featured in digital 3-D and brought to life with 4-D multi-sensory effects, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy.
Note: 4D shows will run continously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:30 PM – 3:45 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Takers"
Visual Arts & Film
A notorious group of criminals continue to baffle police by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. They are in and out like clockwork, leaving no evidence behind and laying low in between heists. But when they attempt to pull off one last job with more money at stake than ever before, the crew may find their plans interrupted by a hardened detective who is hell-bent on solving the case.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 47 Minutes. Directed By: John Luessenhop. Cast: Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, Tip 'T.I.' Harris. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:45 PM – 5:32 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.whoarethetakers.com. "Nanny McPhee Returns"
Visual Arts & Film
In the latest installment, Nanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother, Mrs. Isabel Green, who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. But once she's arrived, Nanny McPhee discovers that Mrs. Green's children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in and refuse to leave. Relying on everything from a flying motorcycle and a statue that comes to life to a tree-climbing piglet and a baby elephant who turns up in the oddest places, Nanny McPhee uses her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons.
MPAA Rating: PG. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Susanna White. Cast: Emma Thompson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ralph Fiennes, Rhys Ifans, Maggie Smith. Genre: Comedy. Fantasy. Science Fiction. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 3:55 PM – 5:44 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.nannymcphee.com. "Going the Distance"
Visual Arts & Film
Erin's wry wit and unfiltered frankness charm newly single Garrett over beer, bar trivia and breakfast the next morning. Their chemistry sparks a full-fledged summer fling, but neither expects it to last once Erin heads home to San Francisco and Garrett stays behind for his job in New York City. But when six weeks of romping through the city inadvertently become meaningful, neither is sure they want it to end. And while Garrett's friends, Box and Dan, joke about his pre-flight calorie-cutting and his full-time relationship with his cell phone, they don't like losing their best drinking buddy to yet another rocky romance. At the same time, Erin's high-strung, overprotective married sister, Corrine, wants to keep Erin from heading down an all-too-familiar road. But despite the opposite coasts, the nay-saying friends and family, and a few unexpected temptations, the couple just might have found something like love, and with the help of a lot of texting, sexting and late-night phone calls, they might actually go…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Nanette Burstein. Cast: Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:49 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit going-the-distance.warnerbros.com. Karaoke and Dance hosted by Doc
Music & Concerts
Crow's Cantina presents karaoke and dance hosted by Doc.
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.
Contact: (409)765-9300. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Extreme Log Ride"
Moody Gardens
In 2020, humankind is on the brink of a major environmental disaster. To save us from extinction, scientists develop a supertree. Follow the life of a super-tree in a spectacular ride that bounces, tumbles and flies through the farm known as Himalamazon.
Note: Ridefilm shows will run continuously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Strap on your seatbelt and hold on for an incredible experience! Ridefilm technology offers the ultimate in high-impact, immersive simulation. Each 18-passenger ride is surrounded by a seamless 180° wraparound screen that fully encompasses each viewer's peripheral vision. High quality images and awesome sound combine to make you a part of the action. For the safety of guests, riders be at least 42 inches tall.
Contact: (800)582-4673. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Harbor Tour
Critics' Picks
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.
Adult Admission: $12. Children Admission: $10. Contact: (409)765-1700. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "The American"
Visual Arts & Film
As an assassin, Jack is constantly on the move and always alone. After a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, Jack retreats to the Italian countryside. He relishes being away from death for a spell as he holes up in a small medieval town. While there, Jack takes an assignment to construct a weapon for a mysterious contact, Mathilde. Savoring the peaceful quietude he finds in the mountains of Abruzzo, Jack accepts the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues a torrid liaison with a beautiful woman, Clara. Jack and Clara's time together evolves into a romance, one seemingly free of danger. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Anton Corbijn. Cast: George Clooney, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli, Violante Placido, Irina Bjorklund. Genre: Romance. Thriller. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:10 PM – 5:45 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit focusfeatures.com. "Machete"
Visual Arts & Film
After a violent shakedown from a notorious drug lord nearly kills him, Machete, a renegade Mexican Federale and tough-as-nails vigilante for justice, roams the streets of Texas, working as a day laborer. When Machete is hired by a crooked US Senator to execute a covert hit, Machete is double-crossed and forced to run from the cops and an endless stream of assassins. But what they don't know is that Machete is looking for them so he can settle the score.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes. Directed By: Robert Rodriguez, Ethan Maniquis. Cast: Robert De Niro, Danny Trejo, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriguez, Steven Seagal. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.vivamachete.com. "The Expendables"
Visual Arts & Film
A group of mercenaries is hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Once the mission begins, the men realize things aren't quite as they appear, finding themselves caught in a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal. With their mission thwarted and an innocent life in danger, the men struggle with an even tougher challenge -- one that threatens to destroy this band of brothers. Barney Ross is a man with nothing to lose. Fearless and void of emotion, he is the leader, the sage and the strategist of this tight-knit band of men who live on the fringe. His only attachment is to his pickup truck, his seaplane and his team of loyal modern-day warriors. His is a true cynic who describes what he does as ¿removing those hard to get at stains.¿ The team behind him is made up of Lee Christmas, former SAS and a savant with anything that has a blade; Yin Yang, a master at close-quarter combat; Hale Caesar, who has known Barney for ten years and is a long-barrel weapons specialist; To…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 43 Minutes. Directed By: Sylvester Stallone. Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Eric Roberts. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:15 PM – 5:58 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit expendablesthemovie.com. "African Adventure 3D"
Moody Gardens
For many of us, Africa remains a distant and inaccessible place. Now however, there is an opportunity to visit the Okavango Delta, one of the most unique wilderness areas on this fascinating continent, in a new 40 minute giant screen film, "African Adventure 3D: Safari in the Okavango." Departing from the panhandle in the north where the Okavango River meanders through a 10-mile wide mat of papyrus, viewers will venture into the heart of the delta and come face-to-face with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, lions, and many types of antelope.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:20 PM – 5:00 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Happy Feet 4D"
Moody Gardens
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in "Happy Feet 4-D Experience." Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of Emperor Penguins faced with a diminishing food supply. Mumble sets out on an adventure to appeal to the better nature of humans and tries to reason with them to stop stealing the fish. Using courage and bravery, the banished Mumble soon realizes that his toe-tapping talent isn’t a burden, but a gift to be treasured—and his dancing feet may ultimately save his endangered colony! Featured in digital 3-D and brought to life with 4-D multi-sensory effects, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy.
Note: 4D shows will run continously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:30 PM – 4:45 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Lotttery Ticket"
Visual Arts & Film
Kevin Carson, a young man living in the projects, wins $370 million in a nationwide lottery. When his opportunistic neighbors discover he has the winning ticket in his possession, Kevin must survive their greedy and sometimes even threatening actions over a three-day holiday weekend before he can claim his prize.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Erik White. Cast: Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Ice Cube , Brandon T. Jackson, Naturi Naughton, Keith David. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:50 PM – 6:25 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.lotteryticketmovie.com. "The Switch"
Visual Arts & Film
Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her slightly neurotic best friend Wally's objections, decides it's time to have a baby--even if it means doing it by herself... with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie's plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn't discovered until seven years later when Wally finally gets acquainted with Kassie's precocious -- though slightly neurotic -- son.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hours 40 Minutes. Directed By: Josh Gordon, Will Speck. Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Jeff Goldblum, Patrick Wilson, Juliette Lewis. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 4:50 PM – 6:30 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit theswitch-movie.com. Todd Mankin Band
Music & Concerts
Captain Jack's presents live music by Todd Mankin Band.
Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, Captain Jack's Beach Bar is a worthy tribute to old Galveston. It is an "open air" bar that has one of the largest "palapa" roofs in the continental United State.
Captain Jack's is conveniently located steps from the beach; minutes from The Strand Historic District, The Texas Cruiseship Terminal, and myriad restaurants; and only a short ride to Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Waterpark.
Contact: (409)762-4141. Lodging Hotline: 1(888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Captain Jack's
1702 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77550.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Extreme Log Ride"
Moody Gardens
In 2020, humankind is on the brink of a major environmental disaster. To save us from extinction, scientists develop a supertree. Follow the life of a super-tree in a spectacular ride that bounces, tumbles and flies through the farm known as Himalamazon.
Note: Ridefilm shows will run continuously during operating hours on Labor Day weekend and Saturdays until September 11, 2010.
Strap on your seatbelt and hold on for an incredible experience! Ridefilm technology offers the ultimate in high-impact, immersive simulation. Each 18-passenger ride is surrounded by a seamless 180° wraparound screen that fully encompasses each viewer's peripheral vision. High quality images and awesome sound combine to make you a part of the action. For the safety of guests, riders be at least 42 inches tall.
Contact: (800)582-4673. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:00 PM – 5:15 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Joe Sewell
Music & Concerts
Enjoy the classic sounds of Joe Sewell every Friday 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.
Contact: bernardos@wyndham.com. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Hotel Galvez
2024 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Nina Kay
Music & Concerts
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.
Contact: 409-763-0300. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tremont House
2300 Mechanic St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "The Last Exorcism"
Visual Arts & Film
When he arrives on the rural Louisiana farm of Louis Sweetzer, the Reverend Cotton Marcus expects to perform just another routine "exorcism" on a disturbed religious fanatic. An earnest fundamentalist, Sweetzer has contacted the charismatic preacher as a last resort, certain his teenage daughter Nell is possessed by a demon who must be exorcized before their terrifying ordeal ends in unimaginable tragedy. Buckling under the weight of his conscience after years of parting desperate believers with their money, Cotton and his crew plan to film a confessionary documentary of this, his last exorcism. But upon arriving at the already blood drenched family farm, it is soon clear that nothing could have prepared him for the true evil he encounters there. Now, too late to turn back, Reverend Marcus' own beliefs are shaken to the core when he and his crew must find a way to save Nell - and themselves - before it is too late.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes. Directed By: Daniel Stamm. Cast: Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell, Iris Bahr, Louis Herthum, Caleb Landry Jones. Genre: Drama. Horror. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:05 PM – 6:35 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit thelastexorcism.com. "Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D"
Moody Gardens
Featuring nine-time world surfing champion Kelly Slater, "Ultimate Wave Tahiti" will immerse audiences in the story of an ocean wave and the lives it impacts and transforms. From astounding 3D surfing action to the chaos of ocean storms, the film leads audiences on a quest to understand one of this planet’s most intriguing and dramatic phenomena.
Action in Ultimate Wave focuses on Tahiti and the volcanic islands of French Polynesia, home to some of the world’s most challenging surfing and to astounding coral reef ecosystems at the turbulent interface between island and ocean. The islands are also a homeland of the Polynesian seafaring culture and the surfing art integral to the film.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:10 PM – 5:55 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Toy Story 3"
Visual Arts & Film
Woody and Buzz had accepted that their owner Andy would grow up someday, but what happens when that day arrives? In the third installment, Andy is preparing to depart for college, leaving his loyal toys troubled about their uncertain future.
MPAA Rating: G. Run Time: 1 Hour 38 Minutes. Directed By: Lee Unkrich. Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Ned Beatty, Don Rickles. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: A-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 5:45 PM – 7:23 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit disney.go.com. "Shrek Forever After 3D"
Moody Gardens
After challenging an evil dragon, rescuing a beautiful princess and saving your in-laws’ kingdom, what’s an ogre to do? Well, if you’re Shrek, you suddenly wind up a domesticated family man. Longing for the days when he felt like a “real ogre,” Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking dealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin. Shrek suddenly finds himself in a twisted, alternate version of Far Far Away, where ogres are hunted, Rumpelstiltskin is king and Shrek and Fiona have never met. Now, it’s up to Shrek to undo all he’s done in the hopes of saving his friends, restoring his world and reclaiming his one true love.
Adults: $10.95. Seniors 65+: $8.95. Kids 4-12: $8.95. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Rooftop Rendezvous
Critics' Picks
Live music by Charly Petra! Charly is a long time performer of a very wide range of styles, such as FM covers, Blues, Lite Jazz, Reggae, Rock, Country, Latin and much more on Keys, Guitars, Harmonica and Vocals. Enjoy the view and the music under the stars.
Contact: (409)763-0300. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tremont House
2300 Mechanic St
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Eat Pray Love"
Visual Arts & Film
Liz Gilbert had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having -- a husband, a house, a successful career -- yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 2 Hours 13 Minutes. Directed By: Ryan Murphy. Cast: Julia Roberts, James Franco, Richard Jenkins, Viola Davis, Billy Crudup. Genre: Drama. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 6:10 PM – 8:23 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.letyourselfgo.com. "The American"
Visual Arts & Film
As an assassin, Jack is constantly on the move and always alone. After a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, Jack retreats to the Italian countryside. He relishes being away from death for a spell as he holes up in a small medieval town. While there, Jack takes an assignment to construct a weapon for a mysterious contact, Mathilde. Savoring the peaceful quietude he finds in the mountains of Abruzzo, Jack accepts the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues a torrid liaison with a beautiful woman, Clara. Jack and Clara's time together evolves into a romance, one seemingly free of danger. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Anton Corbijn. Cast: George Clooney, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli, Violante Placido, Irina Bjorklund. Genre: Romance. Thriller. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 6:50 PM – 8:25 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit focusfeatures.com. "Takers"
Visual Arts & Film
A notorious group of criminals continue to baffle police by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. They are in and out like clockwork, leaving no evidence behind and laying low in between heists. But when they attempt to pull off one last job with more money at stake than ever before, the crew may find their plans interrupted by a hardened detective who is hell-bent on solving the case.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 47 Minutes. Directed By: John Luessenhop. Cast: Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, Tip 'T.I.' Harris. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 6:55 PM – 8:42 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.whoarethetakers.com. "Nanny McPhee Returns"
Visual Arts & Film
In the latest installment, Nanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother, Mrs. Isabel Green, who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. But once she's arrived, Nanny McPhee discovers that Mrs. Green's children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in and refuse to leave. Relying on everything from a flying motorcycle and a statue that comes to life to a tree-climbing piglet and a baby elephant who turns up in the oddest places, Nanny McPhee uses her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons.
MPAA Rating: PG. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Susanna White. Cast: Emma Thompson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ralph Fiennes, Rhys Ifans, Maggie Smith. Genre: Comedy. Fantasy. Science Fiction. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:49 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.nannymcphee.com. "The Expendables"
Visual Arts & Film
A group of mercenaries is hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Once the mission begins, the men realize things aren't quite as they appear, finding themselves caught in a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal. With their mission thwarted and an innocent life in danger, the men struggle with an even tougher challenge -- one that threatens to destroy this band of brothers. Barney Ross is a man with nothing to lose. Fearless and void of emotion, he is the leader, the sage and the strategist of this tight-knit band of men who live on the fringe. His only attachment is to his pickup truck, his seaplane and his team of loyal modern-day warriors. His is a true cynic who describes what he does as ¿removing those hard to get at stains.¿ The team behind him is made up of Lee Christmas, former SAS and a savant with anything that has a blade; Yin Yang, a master at close-quarter combat; Hale Caesar, who has known Barney for ten years and is a long-barrel weapons specialist; To…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 43 Minutes. Directed By: Sylvester Stallone. Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Eric Roberts. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:43 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit expendablesthemovie.com. Angelo Tolentino
Music & Concerts
The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Monday thru Saturday evening 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.
Contact: (409)744-1500. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit galveston.com. "Machete"
Visual Arts & Film
After a violent shakedown from a notorious drug lord nearly kills him, Machete, a renegade Mexican Federale and tough-as-nails vigilante for justice, roams the streets of Texas, working as a day laborer. When Machete is hired by a crooked US Senator to execute a covert hit, Machete is double-crossed and forced to run from the cops and an endless stream of assassins. But what they don't know is that Machete is looking for them so he can settle the score.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes. Directed By: Robert Rodriguez, Ethan Maniquis. Cast: Robert De Niro, Danny Trejo, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriguez, Steven Seagal. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:05 PM – 8:50 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.vivamachete.com. "Lotttery Ticket"
Visual Arts & Film
Kevin Carson, a young man living in the projects, wins $370 million in a nationwide lottery. When his opportunistic neighbors discover he has the winning ticket in his possession, Kevin must survive their greedy and sometimes even threatening actions over a three-day holiday weekend before he can claim his prize.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Erik White. Cast: Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Ice Cube , Brandon T. Jackson, Naturi Naughton, Keith David. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:15 PM – 8:50 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.lotteryticketmovie.com. "The Switch"
Visual Arts & Film
Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her slightly neurotic best friend Wally's objections, decides it's time to have a baby--even if it means doing it by herself... with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie's plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn't discovered until seven years later when Wally finally gets acquainted with Kassie's precocious -- though slightly neurotic -- son.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hours 40 Minutes. Directed By: Josh Gordon, Will Speck. Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Jeff Goldblum, Patrick Wilson, Juliette Lewis. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:15 PM – 8:55 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit theswitch-movie.com. "Going the Distance"
Visual Arts & Film
Erin's wry wit and unfiltered frankness charm newly single Garrett over beer, bar trivia and breakfast the next morning. Their chemistry sparks a full-fledged summer fling, but neither expects it to last once Erin heads home to San Francisco and Garrett stays behind for his job in New York City. But when six weeks of romping through the city inadvertently become meaningful, neither is sure they want it to end. And while Garrett's friends, Box and Dan, joke about his pre-flight calorie-cutting and his full-time relationship with his cell phone, they don't like losing their best drinking buddy to yet another rocky romance. At the same time, Erin's high-strung, overprotective married sister, Corrine, wants to keep Erin from heading down an all-too-familiar road. But despite the opposite coasts, the nay-saying friends and family, and a few unexpected temptations, the couple just might have found something like love, and with the help of a lot of texting, sexting and late-night phone calls, they might actually go…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Nanette Burstein. Cast: Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:20 PM – 9:09 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit going-the-distance.warnerbros.com. "The Last Exorcism"
Visual Arts & Film
When he arrives on the rural Louisiana farm of Louis Sweetzer, the Reverend Cotton Marcus expects to perform just another routine "exorcism" on a disturbed religious fanatic. An earnest fundamentalist, Sweetzer has contacted the charismatic preacher as a last resort, certain his teenage daughter Nell is possessed by a demon who must be exorcized before their terrifying ordeal ends in unimaginable tragedy. Buckling under the weight of his conscience after years of parting desperate believers with their money, Cotton and his crew plan to film a confessionary documentary of this, his last exorcism. But upon arriving at the already blood drenched family farm, it is soon clear that nothing could have prepared him for the true evil he encounters there. Now, too late to turn back, Reverend Marcus' own beliefs are shaken to the core when he and his crew must find a way to save Nell - and themselves - before it is too late.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes. Directed By: Daniel Stamm. Cast: Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell, Iris Bahr, Louis Herthum, Caleb Landry Jones. Genre: Drama. Horror. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit thelastexorcism.com. Jaime Cortinas, Ty Dietz and Pake Rossi
Critics' Picks
Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe presents live music by Jaime Cortinas, Ty Dietz and Pake Rossi, 9pm - 1am. No cover.
Don't miss this ascoustic songswap with Charlie Hagar from Captain Legendary Band and Pug Johnson from Slow Rollin Lows. Should be a good show, Captian Legendary and Slow Rollin Lows were both nominated this year by the TMA's for their work.
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, aroun…
Contact: (409)762-9199. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 4, 2010, 1:00 AM.
Old Quarter
413 20th St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Radio London
Music & Concerts
B.Jigger's Lounge presents music by Radio London. 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 plac…
Contact: (409)740-3581. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 4, 2010, 1:30 AM.
B. Jiggers Lounge
5002 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "The Other Guys"
Visual Arts & Film
Detective Allen Gamble is a forensic accountant who's more interested in paperwork than hitting the streets. Detective Terry Hoitz is a tough guy who has been stuck with Allen as his partner ever since an unfortunate run-in with Derek Jeter. Allen and Terry idolize the city's top cops, Danson and Highsmith, but when an opportunity arises for the Other Guys to step up, things don't quite go as planned.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 47 Minutes. Directed By: Adam McKay. Cast: Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Eva Mendes, Michael Keaton, Steve Coogan. Genre: Action. Adventure. Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 PM – 10:47 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.theotherguys-movie.com. The Skip Devlin Band
Music & Concerts
Crow's Cantina presents The Skip Devlin 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.
Contact: (409)765-9300. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 4, 2010, 1:00 AM.
Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Friday Evening Drum Circle
Music & Concerts
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.
Contact: (409)763-3845. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Courtyard Caffe
2519 Market St.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. Doc (Rick Burns)
Music & Concerts
The Loading Dock presents music by Doc (Rick Burns).
Bikers and those who love them won't wanna miss the downtown bar called The Loading Dock, 504 25th Street just steps from The Strand. The easy-on-the-eyes ice house with a biker motif boasts such amenities as a pool table, indoor and outdoor seating, full-bar, widescreen TV's, live music, and more.
In space next to the ice house, The Loading Dock offers apparel and a shop offering custom work on motorcycles.
Contact: (409)765-5155. Lodging Hotline: (888)939-8680. Lodging Link: http://www.galveston.com/lodgingreservations/.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 4, 2010, 1:00 AM.
504 25th St.
Galveston, TX 77550.
For more info visit www.galveston.com. "Eat Pray Love"
Visual Arts & Film
Liz Gilbert had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having -- a husband, a house, a successful career -- yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 2 Hours 13 Minutes. Directed By: Ryan Murphy. Cast: Julia Roberts, James Franco, Richard Jenkins, Viola Davis, Billy Crudup. Genre: Drama. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:15 PM – 11:28 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.letyourselfgo.com. "The American"
Visual Arts & Film
As an assassin, Jack is constantly on the move and always alone. After a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, Jack retreats to the Italian countryside. He relishes being away from death for a spell as he holes up in a small medieval town. While there, Jack takes an assignment to construct a weapon for a mysterious contact, Mathilde. Savoring the peaceful quietude he finds in the mountains of Abruzzo, Jack accepts the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues a torrid liaison with a beautiful woman, Clara. Jack and Clara's time together evolves into a romance, one seemingly free of danger. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Anton Corbijn. Cast: George Clooney, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli, Violante Placido, Irina Bjorklund. Genre: Romance. Thriller. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:25 PM – 11:00 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit focusfeatures.com. "The Expendables"
Visual Arts & Film
A group of mercenaries is hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Once the mission begins, the men realize things aren't quite as they appear, finding themselves caught in a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal. With their mission thwarted and an innocent life in danger, the men struggle with an even tougher challenge -- one that threatens to destroy this band of brothers. Barney Ross is a man with nothing to lose. Fearless and void of emotion, he is the leader, the sage and the strategist of this tight-knit band of men who live on the fringe. His only attachment is to his pickup truck, his seaplane and his team of loyal modern-day warriors. His is a true cynic who describes what he does as ¿removing those hard to get at stains.¿ The team behind him is made up of Lee Christmas, former SAS and a savant with anything that has a blade; Yin Yang, a master at close-quarter combat; Hale Caesar, who has known Barney for ten years and is a long-barrel weapons specialist; To…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 43 Minutes. Directed By: Sylvester Stallone. Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Eric Roberts. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:30 PM – 11:13 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit expendablesthemovie.com. "Machete"
Visual Arts & Film
After a violent shakedown from a notorious drug lord nearly kills him, Machete, a renegade Mexican Federale and tough-as-nails vigilante for justice, roams the streets of Texas, working as a day laborer. When Machete is hired by a crooked US Senator to execute a covert hit, Machete is double-crossed and forced to run from the cops and an endless stream of assassins. But what they don't know is that Machete is looking for them so he can settle the score.
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes. Directed By: Robert Rodriguez, Ethan Maniquis. Cast: Robert De Niro, Danny Trejo, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriguez, Steven Seagal. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:35 PM – 11:20 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.vivamachete.com. "Nanny McPhee Returns"
Visual Arts & Film
In the latest installment, Nanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother, Mrs. Isabel Green, who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war. But once she's arrived, Nanny McPhee discovers that Mrs. Green's children are fighting a war of their own against two spoiled city cousins who have just moved in and refuse to leave. Relying on everything from a flying motorcycle and a statue that comes to life to a tree-climbing piglet and a baby elephant who turns up in the oddest places, Nanny McPhee uses her magic to teach her mischievous charges five new lessons.
MPAA Rating: PG. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Susanna White. Cast: Emma Thompson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ralph Fiennes, Rhys Ifans, Maggie Smith. Genre: Comedy. Fantasy. Science Fiction. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:35 PM – 11:24 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.nannymcphee.com. "Takers"
Visual Arts & Film
A notorious group of criminals continue to baffle police by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. They are in and out like clockwork, leaving no evidence behind and laying low in between heists. But when they attempt to pull off one last job with more money at stake than ever before, the crew may find their plans interrupted by a hardened detective who is hell-bent on solving the case.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 47 Minutes. Directed By: John Luessenhop. Cast: Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, Tip 'T.I.' Harris. Genre: Action. Adventure. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:35 PM – 11:22 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.whoarethetakers.com. "Lotttery Ticket"
Visual Arts & Film
Kevin Carson, a young man living in the projects, wins $370 million in a nationwide lottery. When his opportunistic neighbors discover he has the winning ticket in his possession, Kevin must survive their greedy and sometimes even threatening actions over a three-day holiday weekend before he can claim his prize.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes. Directed By: Erik White. Cast: Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Ice Cube , Brandon T. Jackson, Naturi Naughton, Keith David. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: C+.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:40 PM – 11:15 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit www.lotteryticketmovie.com. "Going the Distance"
Visual Arts & Film
Erin's wry wit and unfiltered frankness charm newly single Garrett over beer, bar trivia and breakfast the next morning. Their chemistry sparks a full-fledged summer fling, but neither expects it to last once Erin heads home to San Francisco and Garrett stays behind for his job in New York City. But when six weeks of romping through the city inadvertently become meaningful, neither is sure they want it to end. And while Garrett's friends, Box and Dan, joke about his pre-flight calorie-cutting and his full-time relationship with his cell phone, they don't like losing their best drinking buddy to yet another rocky romance. At the same time, Erin's high-strung, overprotective married sister, Corrine, wants to keep Erin from heading down an all-too-familiar road. But despite the opposite coasts, the nay-saying friends and family, and a few unexpected temptations, the couple just might have found something like love, and with the help of a lot of texting, sexting and late-night phone calls, they might actually go…
MPAA Rating: R. Run Time: 1 Hour 49 Minutes. Directed By: Nanette Burstein. Cast: Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: n/a.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:45 PM – 11:34 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit going-the-distance.warnerbros.com. "The Switch"
Visual Arts & Film
Kassie is a smart, fun-loving single woman who, despite her slightly neurotic best friend Wally's objections, decides it's time to have a baby--even if it means doing it by herself... with a little help from a charming sperm donor. But, unbeknownst to her, Kassie's plans go awry because of a last-minute switch that isn't discovered until seven years later when Wally finally gets acquainted with Kassie's precocious -- though slightly neurotic -- son.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hours 40 Minutes. Directed By: Josh Gordon, Will Speck. Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Jeff Goldblum, Patrick Wilson, Juliette Lewis. Genre: Comedy. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 9:45 PM – 11:25 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
For more info visit theswitch-movie.com. "The Last Exorcism"
Visual Arts & Film
When he arrives on the rural Louisiana farm of Louis Sweetzer, the Reverend Cotton Marcus expects to perform just another routine "exorcism" on a disturbed religious fanatic. An earnest fundamentalist, Sweetzer has contacted the charismatic preacher as a last resort, certain his teenage daughter Nell is possessed by a demon who must be exorcized before their terrifying ordeal ends in unimaginable tragedy. Buckling under the weight of his conscience after years of parting desperate believers with their money, Cotton and his crew plan to film a confessionary documentary of this, his last exorcism. But upon arriving at the already blood drenched family farm, it is soon clear that nothing could have prepared him for the true evil he encounters there. Now, too late to turn back, Reverend Marcus' own beliefs are shaken to the core when he and his crew must find a way to save Nell - and themselves - before it is too late.
MPAA Rating: PG-13. Run Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes. Directed By: Daniel Stamm. Cast: Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell, Iris Bahr, Louis Herthum, Caleb Landry Jones. Genre: Drama. Horror. Ticket Phone: (409)741-3778. Ticket Web Link: http://pccmovies.com/theater.php?rtsID=66. Matinee (Open to 6pm): $5.75. Kids & Seniors After 6pm: $5.75. Adults After 6pm: $7.75. Critic Rating: B-.
Friday, September 3, 2010, 10:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX.
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2314 Strand
Galveston, TX.
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