Posted on 12/8/2016

Galveston Events This Week = Great Gift Ideas

painting of a bird titled glorious morning by holly nowak - holiday with the cranes galveston event
Glorious Morning by Holly Nowak

How is your Christmas shopping going?  ::crickets:: Yeah? we thought so ;) If you're stuck with the hard-to-buy-fors then it's time to take a break! OR, better yet, early gift one of these great Galveston Island experiences for those we-have-everything-we-need-you-don't-have-to-buy-us-anything people on your list! (here's lookin' at you mother-in-law....)

Dec. 10 & 11: Holiday with the Cranes
Presented by the Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council, this unique holiday experience is perfect for birders of any experience level! From Coffee & Cranes with Dr. Felipe Chavez-Ramirez to the First Flight Photo Event and more, this weekend is recommended for ages 6th grade+. Register now!

Dec. 10 & 11: The Nutcracker
The City Ballet of Houston celebrates its 50th anniversary with this classic production at The Grand 1894 Opera House.

nutcracker ballet performed at The Grand 1894 Opera House in galveston

Dec. 10: Family Day, Ocean Star Museum
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Enjoy BOGO tickets the 2nd Saturday of every month at the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum! This month's theme is "An Offshore Holiday" and focuses on "christmas tree" polymer chains with a hands-on activity.

Dec. 10: Santa Train
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Santa parks the sleigh and rides into the Galveston Railroad Museum onboard the Harborside Express! Spend some time with him in the Depot and let him know what's on your Christmas List!

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