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Dickens on The Strand December 5-7, 2008
Don't miss Dickens on The Strand, where bobbies, Beefeaters and the Queen herself will recreate the Victorian London of Charles Dickens, with events Friday thru Sunday, December 5th thru 7th.

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Dickens on The Strand December 5-7, 2008



Festive sights and sounds are in the air during Festival of Lights, continuing now through December 31st. Drawing more than 60,000 people each year, this is a holiday favorite.
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The East End's annual Christmas Homes Tour opens the doors of some of Galveston's most impressive and authentic Victorian residences, Friday, December 5th, 6pm - 9:30pm.
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The Lone Star Motorcycle Rally returns with a special emphasis on Galveston Island recovery efforts December 11th thru 14th, 2008. Have fun AND help Galveston rebuild!
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Keep Up with Galveston Isle Via Galveston.com Widgets
Wanna be in-the-know with all things Galveston Island? Now it's easy with our two Galveston.com Widgets! What's a Widget? It's a tiny application, almost like a mini-website you can run on your computer desktop, or on the web. In addition to your desktop, Galveston.com Widgets can run on personal homepages like iGoogle, or on your profile on social networking sites like Facebook, Friendster or MySpace.
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Special Section: Galveston.com Tracks Hurricane Ike
Galveston.com's special coverage of Hurricane Ike continues with storm PhotoShows, the Ike Video Channel, recovery-related stories and more.
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Festival of Lights Twinkles Back to Moody Gardens Now thru New Year's Eve
In the spirit of togetherness and tradition, Moody Gardens announces the seventh annual Festival of Lights in Galveston as the first large scale event since Hurricane Ike. Scheduled thru December 31st, this event features dozens of twinkling light displays reflecting off beautiful Galveston Bay.
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Moody Gardens IMAX Returns to Life with The Light Before Christmas
Celebrating the holiday season in a big way, the Moody Gardens IMAX Theater has announced that The Light Before Christmas, a new film for the giant theatre screen.
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East End Christmas Homes Tour Returns December 5th
The East End's annual Christmas Homes Tour opens the doors of some of Galveston's most impressive and authentic Victorian residences to hundreds of visitors each year. Don't miss the 19th annual tour, Friday, December 5th, 6pm - 9:30pm. Begin your tour at The Cottage at 1501 Postoffice, and enjoy delicious refreshements. Association Cookbooks, a perfect holiday gift, will also be available for purchase.
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Lone Star Bike Rally Rumbles Back to Isle December 11th thru 14th
The Lone Star Motorcycle Rally returns with a special emphasis on Galveston Island recovery efforts December 11th thru 14th, 2008. Have fun AND help Galveston rebuild!
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Junior League Holiday Ball Returns December 13th
The Junior League of Galveston County invites you to the the 57th Annual Holiday Charity Ball, Saturday, December 13th, at 7pm, at The San Luis Hotel. It is the organization's largest fundraiser of the year. The proceeds from this event go to support the Junior League's many community projects and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Ike.
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Holiday Open House at Moody Mansion December 14th
Scores of poinsettias, half a dozen Christmas trees with traditional Moody family ornaments and a tree dedicated to the recovery of Galveston will grace the main floor of Moody Mansion during this free Holiday Open House. Light refreshments will be served and musical performances scheduled throughout the afternoon.
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The Gift of Christmas: Live! at Moody Gardens This December
Join Moody Gardens for The Gift of Christmas LIVE, an exhilarating musical presentation blending traditional and original Christmas songs. The one-of-a-kind show features performances by the brightest artists in Texas coupled with sensational sound and lighting to create a dazzling experience.
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Ring in the New Year at Moody Gardens
Ring in the New Year in grand style with Moody Gardens. The party will feature non-stop entertainment by the fabulous show band Eclipse, as well as surprise entertainment to spruce up the festivities. Guests will enjoy an open bar, elaborate food stations, deluxe party favors, a champagne toast, and balloon drop at midnight.
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San Luis Rings in the New Year Carnival-Style
A new year is just around the corner and it's time to celebrate in style at Galveston's premier extravaganza, Wednesdasy, December 31st, 8 pm-1am at The San Luis. Following dinner, guests will continue the celebration among the towering columns of feathers, orchids, hanging candles and generous libations imbuing the romance and care-free ambiance of Carnival.
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Bones: An Exhibit Inside You Returns to Moody Gardens
The interactive and educational Bones adventure begins as visitors move through the covered bridge entrance where images of humans transform into skeletons. This introduction gives a personal perspective; after all, we're all made of bones.
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Jerry Jeff Walker Kicks Off The Grand's GRAND Reopening January 3rd
Lone Star Legend Jerry Jeff Walker returns to kick off the New Year at Galveston's Grand 1894 Opera House on Saturday, January 3rd, at 8 p.m. You won't want to miss this outstanding performance where you'll hear such favorites as "L.A. Freeway," " Mr. Bojangles," and "Sangria Wine."
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Gospel Stars to "Raise the Roof" January 4th
Lone Star favorite the Gospel Stars makes their debut performance at The Grand 1894 Opera House, Sunday, January 4th for a special Centennial Sunday concert at 3 pm as part of The Grand's 114th Birthday celebration and "grand" re-opening. "
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