< Previous90 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 HOMEPORT “We’re hoping to apply for grants and seeking sponsors to help us in our mission,” she said. “Our plan is to be fully finished in the next five years.” With the League-Kempner House under the ownership of a nonprofit foundation, its long- term preservation is ensured, Mitcham said. “We’re looking to the future with optimism and want this home to be a positive attrac- tion for both the Galveston community and tourists, a place where history comes alive,” Mitcham said. COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 91 (Clockwise from top) The original facade of The League-Kempner House is visible in a sunroom that was added in the early 1900s; a chandelier that was gas burning and electric is original to the house; an ornate radiator and marble sink. (Opposite, clockwise from left) A ceiling vent in the kitchen was part of the original central heating and cooling system; an old hand pump is tucked into a corner on the third floor; the house had running water, gravity fed from a cistern on the third floor. The hand pump was used to pump water from the cistern on the other side of the wall.92 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 PARTY PICS The Knights of Momus, Galveston’s oldest Mardi Gras krewe, honored past kings at its ruby Jubilee on July 29 at The bryan Museum. Chaired by Morgan and David Cangelosi, the evening featured Champagne and hor d’oeuves. Photos by Carla Peoples MOMUS RUBY JUBILEE PARTY PICS PICTURED: 1. Momus past President Scott Rice, honorary founding trustee Dancie Ware, Momus board member Lane Ware, Ellye Anderson and Carter Ware. 2. Trent Raschke, Kate Vlasek, Fred Raschke, Kim Raschke, Jordan Raschke Elton and Nick Elton. 3. Honorary Royalty Trustee Joan McLeod, Libbie Ansell, Libbie Lee Ansell and Doug McLeod, Momus board member. 4. Morgan and David Cangelosi, Momus board member. 5. Erin and Kevin Teichman, Momus board member, with Bob and Tammy Jones. 6. Jason O’Donoghue, Catherine Stroud, Georgianna and Dr. Jack Mullins. 7. MaryBeth, John and Cynthia Smith. 8. Karen and Larry Gillaspia with Janis and Richard Helmey. 9. Stephen, Mary and Calista Schneidau with Rachel Nielsen, Shelby Winkelmann Nielsen and Eric Nielsen. 10. Carl Evans, Judy Breitenbach, Katherine Evans, Kathy Rush, Chris McMurry, Randy Meyer and Jerry Feld. 12 543 678 109 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 93 S E P T E M B E R 22 & 2 3 , 2 0 2 3 SCANFOR SCANFOR TICKETS! TICKETS! WILDTEXAS COMPETE COMPETE ORRUN! ORRUN! 5KFUNRUN JUSTEAT JUSTEAT FAMOUSGUMBOSTROLLSHRIMPCOOK-OFF PresentedbyRoyaltyMeatandSeafood PresentedbyRoyaltyMeatandSeafood K irK H ale Serving Galveston and surrounding areas. 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Connie Ricketts, Jim McIngvale, Sheila Meritt and Tom Munoz. 3. Kat Bouvier, George Hatch and Mike Bouvier. 4. Karen McWhorter, Mark Barnett and Judge Anne B. Darring. 5. Jeannie and Mike Janota. 6. Brian Yates, Lynsey Blair and Joanna Yates. 7. Sheila Meritt, Lynsey Blair, Keli Schuessler, Tom Munoz and Lydia Cook. 8. Beverly Ferguson with Davis, Sloan and Paul Mitcham. 1 2 65 43 7 8 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 9596 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 Guests dressed in their finest white attire and okra hats gathered Aug. 5 for the ninth annual OkraFest at the Historic Galveston Water & electric Light Community Center. benefiting Galveston’s Own Farmers Market, the event honored long-time supporter Tom Schwenk, owner and broker of Coldwell banker TGre. The evening featured an epicurean selection of local foods prepared by local chefs, live and silent auctions and live music. Photos by Carla Peoples OKRAFEST PARTY PICS PICTURED: 1. Dave Baca, Priscilla Files, Karen and Milton Alberstadt and Robert Zahn. 2. Jack Bell, Tom Schwenk and Brian Schwenk. 3. Steven Creitz, Vivian Victoria, Jason Wattier, Lindsey White, Zahrah Ektefaei Wattier, Maryanne Termini, Lauren Scott and Kevin Scott. 4. Event planning co-chair Alicia and Chris Cahill. 5. Jessica and Hal Rochkind with Erin McEldowney. 6. Michael and Mandy Kueht, Stephanie and Steven Peña, Carl and Melissa Cline and Paula Tobon. 7. Seated: Darryl and Nancy Greenfield, Kari and Jeff Gifford, Peter Ochoa, Libby Hill; standing: Jeffrey and Marc Hill. 1 2 54 3 6 7 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 97 shani@shaniatkinson.com www.ShaniAtkinson.com 16602 San Luis Pass Rd., Galveston, TX 77554 Call Shani Atkinson 409.770.3840 22823 Cuadro St The Park at Terramar Galveston TX, 77554 3 bed 2 bath 1922 sq ft $710,000 Favorites Buy it now! Easy Cooking, Texas Gulf Style COASTMONTHLY.COM/ COOKBOOK98 COASTMONTHLY.COM | SepTeMber 2023 2202 Strand, Galveston • 409-762-2515 SAVE THE DATE SEPTEMBER EVENTS Festivals, concerts, plays and more, there are lots of events in the area to keep your calendar booked. GALVESTON ISLAND WINE FESTIVAL [Sept. 1-3] With more than 50 wineries committed and more than 100 varietals of wine, the Galveston Island Wine Festival promises to be a captivating celebration of vintages from around the world, paired with delectable cuisine and excep- tional entertainment. Sept. 1-3; Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston; www.moodygardens.com NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND AT THE GRAND [Sept. 1] For five decades, the Nitty Gritty Dirt band has remained one of the most iconic names in American roots music. With one foot planted in the traditions of country-folk and the other pointing toward something new and unexpected, the group continues to tour and release music, influencing multiple generations of audiences and artists along the way. 8 p.m. Sept. 1; The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston; 409.765.1894 or www.thegrand.com GALVESTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA [Sept. 3] The Galveston Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Trond Saeverud, will perform its opening night pops concert celebrating composer John Williams. One of America’s most accomplished composers for film, Williams has created music from some of the most successful motion picture franchises, including “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones,” “Harry potter” and “Jaws.” 4 p.m. Sept. 3; The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston; 409.765.1894 or www.thegrand.com or galvestonsymphony.org END OF SUMMER FIREWORKS [Sept. 3] The Kemah boardwalk closes out the summer with live music in the main plaza and a fireworks show. Sept. 3, live music, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., fireworks show, 9 p.m.; Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah; www.kemahboardwalk.com p HOTO: COU r T e SYSERIOUS FUN PARTY AT THE GRAND [Sept. 7] The Grand will host an out of this world Serious Fun Party benefiting the theater’s educational programs. Presented by Galveston Restaurant Group, the event will take place on The Grand’s stage and feature a buffet, open bar and silent auction. Comic costumes are welcome but not required. 6:30 p.m. Sept. 7; The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston; 409.765.1894 or www.thegrand.com ‘THE BEST WORST THAT CAN HAPPEN’ [Sept. 7-24] Joanna is worried about her mother’s failing memory. Margie is concerned about her daughter’s career and love life. In truth, both are terrified about how they will handle the worst that can happen – Margie developing Alzheimer’s Disease. When an unlikely new housemate enters their lives and his movie producer brother pays an unexpected visit, both Margie and Joanna discover the best that can happen in the worst situation. 7 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays from Sept. 7-24; College of the Mainland Community Theatre, 1200 Amburn Road, Texas City; 409.933.8345 or www.com.edu COASTMONTHLY.COM | SePTeMbeR 2023 99 WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU WITH CLEANING AND MANAGING YOUR VACATION RENTAL PROPERTY We Help With Turn Over Cleaning Guest Services Deep Cleaning Linen Services Maintenance (409) 502-4188 www.galvestoncleaningsystems.com BLAZE & BBQ BASH [Sept. 8-9] Venture to Downtown 6th Street in Texas City for live music, barbecue cook-off, firefighter games, cornhole tournament, food trucks and more. Sept. 8-9; downtown 6th Street, Texas City; texascitytx.gov/1174/Blaze-BBQ- Bash or 409.948.4211 ‘STORIES OF THE GREAT 1900 STORM’ [Sept. 9] Commemorating the 123rd anniversary of The 1900 Storm, fourth-generation Galvestonian Linda Macdonald will share the personal experiences of many who faced the storm, including her grandfather. The deadliest hurricane ever to strike the United States, the storm killed 8,000 men, women and children. Her talk will be in the sanctuary of Trinity episcopal Church, itself a storm survivor. A light reception will follow. 5 p.m. Sept. 9; Trinity Episcopal Church, 22nd and Winnie Streets; Galveston; www.trinitygalv.org or 409.765.6317 FIL e PHOTO: STUART VILLANU e VANext >