< Previous90 COASTMONTHLY.COM / May 2016Michael J. Gaido, IIIRealtor® Associate ABR, GRI, RSPS, SFR, SRES, SRS409.457.4900MichaelGaido@SandNSea.comMichaelGaido.comCarolyn T. GaidoReal Estate ConsultantCLHMS, CRS, RSPS, SRS713.851.3377CarolynGaido@SandNSea.comCarolynGaido.comSand `N Sea Properties, LLC Top Agent Since 1999Gaido - A Trusted Name on Galveston Island! Kimberly GaidoRealtor® Associate, SRS713.498.2020KimberlyGaido@SandNSea.comWe’re Sold on Service!9607 Teichman Road Perfect 2BR/1BA starter home on Teichman Road.13814 San Domingo Drive 3BR/2.5BA beachside home in prestigious Pirates Beach.7 Campeche EstatesAmazing 4BR/3.5BA custom home in Campeche Cove Estates. NEW LISTING6300 Seawall Boulevard #8103 Large 3BR/1.5BA condo overlooking Gulf.13221 Gulf Beach DriveGreat 2BR/1BA beachside house. NEW LISTING 3428 Jolly Roger CirclePerfect 4BR/3BA house in Pirates Cove with unbelievable views of Lake Como.NEW LISTING 1527 PostofficeCharming & elegant 3BR/2.5BA home beautifully landscaped on a corner lot in Galveston’s famed East End Historic District.4111 Rum Bay Incredible views from this second block 4BR/4BA beach house. sandnsea.comSave the DateJonathan Butler, Gerald albright, Warren Hill, alex Bugnon, Michael Ward, Joey Sommerville, Mindi abair, Jessy J., Theresa Grayson, Lala Wilson and many more.May 5-7, Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston, www.redcatjazzfest.comROCK THE DOCK [May 5, 12, 19, 26]The summer concert series returns with performances every Thursday night through august.May 5, 12, 19 and 26, Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah, www.kemahboardwalk.comLEAGUE CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL [May 7-8]Clint Black and The Bellamy Brothers are the headliners for this year’s festival, which benefits the charities of the League City Lions Club. The event also features a barbecue cook-off, carnival attractions, arts and crafts and more.May 7-8, Walter Hall Park, 807 state Highway 3 N., League City, www.lcmusicfest.comTEXAS CRAB FESTIVAL [May 6-8]Celebrating its 31st year, the Texas Crab Festival is an event not to be missed. The event features music from a lineup of Gulf Coast favorites, carnival rides, crab races, crab arcade, crab legs contest, fun run, two-step dance contest, wiener dog races, washers tournament, arts and crafts booths, crab gumbo cook-off and fresh local seafood dishes as well as traditional festival favorites.May 6-8, Gregory Park, Crystal Beach, www.texascrabfestival.orgSANTA FE FEST [May 7]This communitywide, family-fun event features a fun run through Jack Brooks Park, car show, crawfish cook-off and other activities. Runners who participate in the 5K in the Fe will receive free admission to the festival.Race check-in 6:30 a.m., festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Galveston County Fairgrounds, 10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock, santafetexaschamber.comSTRAWBERRY FESTIVAL [May 7]The 86th annual event will feature strawberry shortcake, barbecue plates, games, face-painting, crafts and other items for purchase, baked goods, live music and more.11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 7, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 4613 state Highway 3, Dickinson, www.holytrinitydickinson.orgCRAFT BEER FEST [May 7]Spend the day sampling more than 72 craft beers from 24 breweries.2 p.m. to 5 p.m. May 7, Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah, www.kemahbeerfest.com or www.kemahboardwalk.com COASTMONTHLY.COM / May 2016 91FOR SPA AND SALON RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL 409.744.1500Blueberry Soy Sugar Scrub Back ExfoliationFull Body Hot Stone MassageTender Scalp And Foot MassageSpa San Luis Refresher FacialBlueberry-Infused Hydrotherapy BathComplimentary Glass Of Blueberry-Infused Champagne80 minutes $200DO YOU LOVE YOUR MOM BERRY MUCH?BRING HER IN FOR A BLUEBERRY BLISS TREATMENT WHICH INCLUDESMother’s DaySunday, May 8thSeating times 10:30am-1:30pm$62 Adults$57 Seniors (65 & Over)$27 Children (4-12)5222 Seawall Boulevard • Galveston, TX 77551409.744.1500 | 800.392.5937BRUNCHJOIN US FORWe have all your brunch favorites featuring made to order omelets and pancakes, carved country bone-in ham and prime rib. Also, savor seafood delights including poached shrimp, crab claws and smoked salmon, while enjoying bottomless Mimosas, Bloody Marys and more! Seating is limited! For reservations, please call 1.800.392.5937. To receive special hotel rates, mention code BRUNCH.(Excludes Tax & Gratuity)Release a butterfly with Mom at12pm & 1:30pm92 COASTMONTHLY.COM / May 2016Save the DateMOVIE NITE ON THE STRAND [May 7]Bring a lawn chair to Saengerfest Park and watch a movie after dusk the first Saturday of each month. May’s showing is “Pitch Perfect.”May 7, Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand, GalvestonGALVESTON BAY ORCHID SOCIETY SPRING ORCHID SHOW AND SALE [May 7-8]Make plans to bring mom and family to celebrate and experience beautiful orchid displays. Orchid experts will be available to answer questions, and vendors will offer a wide variety of blooming plants for sale.9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 7 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 8, South Shore Harbor Conference Center, 2500 South Shore Blvd., League City, www.galvestonbayorchidsociety.orgAN EVENING WITH PAUL ANKA [May 8]Experience an evening with one of the most prolific and versatile artists of any generation. Paul anka is the only singer/songwriter in history to have a record on Billboard’s Top 50 chart for seven consecu-tive decades. In addition to his own classic hits, “Diana,” “Lonely Boy” and “Put your Head on My Shoulder,” anka wrote Tom Jones’ “She’s a Lady” and the English lyrics for Frank Sinatra’s signature song “My Way.”7 p.m. May 8, The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston, 800.821.1894 or www.thegrand.comYAGA’S WILD GAME & BAR-B-QUE COOK-OFF [May 13-14]This competition allows backyard chefs, sportsmen and women, and outdoor enthusiasts to show off their culinary skills and enjoy some good old fashioned fun, fellowship and food.May 13-14, Pier 21, Galveston, www.ycfund.org‘MAMMA MIA’ [May 13-14]a mother. a daughter. Three possible dads. and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget. More than 54 million people around the world have fallen in love with the characters and the storytelling magic of aBBa’s timeless songs.8 p.m. May 13, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. May 14, The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston, 800.821.1894 or www.thegrand.com‘THE KITCHEN WITCHES’ [May 13-28]This fun and fast-paced comedy centers on Isobel Lomax and Dolly Biddle, cable-access cooking show hostesses who have hated each other for 30 years. The hatred began when Larry Biddle dated one of them and married the other. But when they are forced to team up on a television show called “Kitchen Witches,” the show becomes a hit as the insults are flung harder than the food.8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays from May 13-28, Island ETC, 2317 Mechanic St., Galveston, 409.762.3556 or www.islandetc.orgMUSIC NITE ON THE STRAND [May 14]Don’t miss free live concerts in downtown Galveston’s Saengerfest Park. This month, the Zach Person Band will perform with Campfire Soul.6 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 14, Saengerfest Park, 2300 Strand, Galveston, www.galveston.com‘A NIGHT IN WHITE’ WITH ANDREW BATEMAN [May 14]Hailed as a one-man-band for the 21st century, andrew Bateman is a Houston-based artist with a background as diverse as the Lone Star State. He takes on the roles of rhythm and lead guitarist, bassist and percussionist.6 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 14, Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell St., League City, 281.332.1393 or www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com‘AFTER THE STORM’ [May 15]Houston Grand Opera presents the world premiere of a new chamber opera set in Galveston. Developed through historical research and inter-views with residents of Galveston and Houston, “after the Storm” mines the legacy of The Great Storm of 1900 and Hurricane Ike in 2008 on the area in this story of one family’s choices in the face of crisis.7 p.m. May 15, The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston, 800.821.1894, www.thegrand.com or www.hgo.org/storm‘BLEACHER BUMS’ [May 19 to June 5]In this “nine-inning comedy,” set in the bleachers of Chicago’s Wrigley Field, the long suffering, die-hard, “wait until next year” Cub fans return annually to root for their team. Today’s opponent is the despised St. Louis Cardinals. a rabid cheerleader, a blind man who does color commentary, a sun-worshipping beauty and a henpecked husband bet among themselves, splurge for hot dogs and, occasionally, watch the game. Will the Cubs win the home game, and who will the real winners be?8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays from May 19 to June 5, College of the Mainland Community Theatre, 1200 Amburn Road, Texas City, 409.933.8345 or www.com.edu/ community-theatreUP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH KEVIN ANTHONY AND G-TOWN [May 20]Kevin anthony and his band will make their first appearance at the Butler Longhorn Museum, bringing an eclectic mix of Southern sounds that encompass the Gulf Coast.6 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 20, Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell St., League City, 281.332.1393 or www.butlerlonghornmuseum.comGALVESTON ISLAND BEACH REVUE [May 20-21]Galveston’s official kickoff to summer event features two days of family-friendly fun culminating in the Bathing Beauties Contest, where contestants from across the country catwalk across the island’s historic shoreline modeling vintage and vintage-inspired swimwear and acces-sories. Hot rods, rat rods, vintage trailers and more are lining up to COASTMONTHLY.COM / May 2016 93Andrea P. SunseriREALTOR®, ABR, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, CLHMS, RSPS, SRS(409) 370-0088Andrea@SandnSea.com www.AndreaSunseri.com Awarded Silver in the 2015 BEST OF GALVESTON AWARDS,“The Oscars of the Gulf Coast” according to The Houston Chroniclesandnsea.com409.797.55005 Long KeyWaterfront Lot in HarborwalkOwner Financing Available$85,00017720 Glei Street3 BR / 2.5 BA in Karankawa Nice Views, Furnished$449,0003506 Cove View #16012 BR / 1 BA Condo on 1st FloorPool, Clubhouse, Fitness Center$74,5003802 Tidewater Drive 3 BR / 3 BA in Bahia AzulCanal Home Close to the Bay$535,00029 Porch & 31 Porch2 Lots in EVIA with Community Pool, Playground, & Lake $55,000 per Lot14 Quintana Drive3 BR / 2.5 BA in Campeche CoveLakefront with Picturesque Sunsets$352,000Lot 9, Kahala BeachKarankawa Beach 2nd Row LotWalkover Just Across the Street $309,7603215 Musket Lane5 BR / 4 BA in Pirates Cove Expansive water frontage $780,00011674 Zingleman16+ Acres in Hideaway EstatesWaterfront & Dry Lots$995,0003918 Palmdale CourtLaguna San Luis on Cul-de-Sac Community Pool & Tennis Court$15,500Mom would love one of these properties!Opening May 8th • Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting May 20th YOUR COMMUNITY – YOUR CREDIT UNIONGalveston Branch69th Street Branch2421 69th Street, Galveston, TX 77551409-741-9695Main Office2302 Church Street, Galveston, TX 77550409-765-6067800-256-0831• Fax 409-765-9853La Marque Branch2600 F.M. 1764La Marque, TX 77568409-986-6595 Fax 409-986-4963New Location Coming Soon6811 Stewart Rd, Galveston94 COASTMONTHLY.COM / May 2016GALVESTON Symphony Orchestra2015-16 CONCERT SEASONTICKETS AVAILABLE AT www.thegrand.com OR BOX OFFICE: $30/adults; $20/students • 2020 Postoffice (9-5 Mon-Sat; noon-5 Sun)409.765.1894 or 800.821.1894 • More info at www.galvestonsymphony.orgCONDUCTOR TROND SAEVERUD • THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE GALVESTONSundays AT THE SymphonyPlease join us on Sunday, May 1st at 4 pm, for the Galveston Symphony Orchestra performance of Schreker’s romantic “Intermezzo Op. 8”, Copland’s cherished “Old American Songs”, and Frazier’s “Jefferson and Freedom” narrated by John Weinel. The program ends with a change of pace going into the beloved Brahms “Symphony No. 1”See you there!May Symphony Concert SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2016, 4PMMeMbership at its best!Join TodayGolf, pool, tennis, Dining, eventsSave the Datetake part in this year’s festivities during the Tom Schwenk, Realtor Hot Rod + Classic Car and Vintage Trailer show.May 20-21, Beach Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, www.galvestonbeachrevue.comFUNFEST [May 20-21]There will be something for everyone at Funfest, including arts and crafts, food, a barbecue cook-off, car show, children’s activities, live en-tertainment and the “Super Hero” Run by the Bay 5K, 10K and Kids 1K.May 20-21, Mall of the Mainland, 10000 Emmett F. Lowry Expressway, Texas City, www.texascitychamber.com‘THE PHILADELPHIA STORY’ [May 20 to June 5]Join Philly socialite Tracy Lords on the eve of her second wedding as she juggles her fiancé, her ex-husband and a handsome visiting reporter who all vie for her attention.8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays from May 20 to June 5, Clear Creek Community Theatre, 18091 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay, 281.335.5228 or clearcreekcommunitytheatre.com‘THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940’ [May 20 to June 12]The play is a relentlessly convoluted murder-mystery that makes the audience start laughing at its silliness.8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays from May 20 to June 12, Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 state Highway 3, Dickinson, 281.337.7469 or www.harbourtheater.comRED, WHITE AND BAYOU CRAWFISH AND TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL [May 21]Kevin Fowler will headline a day full of music, food and fun. Craw-fish is the main attraction, but there will be plenty of other fair fare. Children’s activities include ultimate bungee, hamster balls, zip line, ride-along train rides, mechanical bull and more.11 a.m. to 11 p.m. May 21, state Highway 3 and FM 517, Dickinson, www.redwhiteandbayou.comCELEBRATION OF SPRING MAHJONG [May 25]This D’Feet Breast Cancer Inc. benefit features mahjong, a buffet luncheon and raffle. Individuals or groups of four are welcome. The deadline to reserve space is May 10.10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 25, Hotel Galvez Restaurant, 2024 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, nikkigreenlee@gmail.com or 409.771.5574 In case of cancellations and changes to events, check with venues for updates. To submit an event, send pertinent information to calendar@coastmonthly.com. 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The fundraising event commemorat-ed the congregation’s 85th anniversary. Photos by Leslie ackermanAN EVENING WITH KINKY FRIEDMAN AND LITTLE JEWFORDPICTURED: 1. Kathleen and Max Sukiennik and Peggy Green. 2. Committee Chair Barbara White and Kinky Friedman. 3. Joseph Green, Juliet Evans, Carl Evans and Katherine Evans. 4. Anne Reiswerg, Bert Feinman and David Reiswerg. 5. Bob and Nicky DeLange, Little Jewford and Joanne Gongora. 6. David Rockoff, Nava Levon, Consul General of Israel Eitan Levon and Rabbi Todd Doctor.123456The OConnor GroupInsurance ProfessionalsSharon O’Connor302 25th StreetGalveston, Texas1-800-575-7080 Ext. 3303www.oconnorgroup.netYou need anindependent insurance agent.SM COASTMONTHLY.COM / May 2016 97Joe Tramonte Realty409-765-9837KAREN FLOWERSDAVID BRIDGWATERNEW LISTINGS!Beautiful canal setting with gorgeous westward views, swimming pool, boat lift/dock, outdoor kitchen, hot tub, and TONS of outside space. 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 3 car garage. 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Weldon Construction, Inc.Custom Beach HomesNew Construction • Remodeling Decks & Patios • Siding & WindowsBackyard ProjectsJohn Weldon (409) 737-2731 jweldon3@sbcglobal.net“Customize Your Home” Party PicsThe Children’s Museum in Galveston held an “alice in Wonderland”-themed fundraiser March 5 at the Moody Mansion. Games and outdoor activities were followed by dinner downstairs for the children and upstairs for adults with dancing and entertainment into the evening. This year’s ball honored Betty Massey, who brought the concept of a children’s museum from hope to reality. Photos by Leslie ackermanCHILDREN’S MUSEUM FAIRY TALE BALLPICTURED: 1. Thomas, Elizabeth, Susan and Eva Spencer. 2. Museum Executive Director Nancy Schultz and honoree Betty Massey. 3. Izzy, Dan and Abby Obert. 4. Eva and Kam Woods, Philip Kucera, Majka Woods and Anneli Kucera. 5. Alma White, Susan and Wilhelmina Schuh and Mia White. 6. Derron and Jocelyn Cook, Demas and Jennifer Caravageli. 7. 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