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Rise and shine, Galveston!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: FIFA World Cup art, a haunted harbor tour, and Bach on the Beach + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Galveston protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Cultural roots meet global game: Galveston and the FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host Committee are creating five giant soccer balls as public art. Artist Ted Ellis painted one, celebrating local history and Juneteenth — get details on the installations.
Short-stay parking options coming: Galveston approved 30-minute paid parking options downtown and near UTMB, plus 30-cent PayByPhone fee. Changes cover 20th Street to Harborside and UTMB areas and are expected in the next month — see where and when changes apply.
Emergency communications get boost: NOAA is installing a weather transmitter on Galveston Island, restoring the KHB-40 All Hazards signal destroyed by fire last year, a critical lifeline for storm alerts as spring storms near — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Stash refresh, unlocked: At Pinwheels & Posies, find cheerful prints, handy precuts, wide backings, and just-right notions, plus classes and block-of-the-month programs for a little structure. Perfect for sparking a new project, or finally finishing the one giving you side-eye.
Beignets by the beach: When cravings hit for gumbo, crispy chicken & waffles, or a just-fried beignet, The Gumbo Diner delivers NOLA-style comfort and that breezy Seawall vibe. Your future self will be grateful… and probably nap.
Broth therapy, anyone?: Queen Of Pho is the move when you crave rich, head-clearing pho, wok-kissed stir-fries, and slow-drip Vietnamese coffee to kickstart the evening. Keep it in your rotation for an easy, comforting dinner that turns a midweek slump into a small win.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎪 Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus @ Stewart Beach | Monday (3/9) at 6:00 PM – Trade the beach chair for the Big Top at Stewart Beach, where Zoppé’s Italian family circus, seven generations in, keeps it delightfully old-school. Expect gravity to lose a few rounds, dogs to steal the show, and laughter in a 500-seat tent, all in 75 minutes.
🤠Texas Melts & More Pop Up Shop @ Heard Gallery at Amy Lane Gifts | Thursday (3/12) at 11:00 AM – Whether your house smells like “teen sports equipment” or you just like browsing pretty things, swing by the Texas Melts & More pop-up for locally made melts, soaps, and car diffusers. Handmade, giftable, and likely to make your house and car smell less lived in.
🌊 Heart of the Tide: Crushed Glass Class @ Clay Cup Studios | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Swap doomscrolling for a coastal craft workshop, building a framed heart-shaped wave from crushed glass, shells, and resin. They hand you a starfish brooch for extra sparkle, texture, and bragging rights. No experience, just relax while the beach stays in the frame.
🌱 Vegetable Gardening Tips @ Tom’s Thumb by Cornelius Nursery | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Skip the guesswork and learn how to prep, plant, and harvest a veggie garden that actually produces, with companion plant pairings that keep the peace and boost yields. Fewer grocery runs, happier tomatoes, and bragging rights you can back up.
🎼 Bach on the Beach: Wild Notes @ Galveston Island State Park | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Bach on the Beach brings solo cello to Galveston Island State Park, no stage, no amps, just waves, wind, and birds providing the backup vocals. Settle into the sand, breathe, and let Suites 1 and 3 make your inner beach bum feel cultured.
🏰 Basement to Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace @ 1892 Bishop’s Palace | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Basement to Attic Tours are opening up Bishop’s Palace, giving you rare, off-limits access from the cellar to Mrs. Gresham’s studio, plus a third-floor Gulf panorama. Nicholas Clayton’s Victorian showpiece is a National Historic Landmark, and yes, it outclasses most hotels, views included.
🛍 Market Jr. @ MarMo Plaza | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Galveston’s tiniest tycoons are setting up shop at MarMo Plaza, a kid-run marketplace where ages 5–17 sell art, baked goods, inventions, and performances, and keep every penny. Think lemonade stand energy, smarter pricing. Swing by, cheer them on, and maybe get hustled, sweetly.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Galveston report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 76°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 17%
Areas of fog before 7am, then areas of fog and a slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Patchy fog after 9pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southeast wind around 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 9%
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.
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