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Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Be it decreed that all lords, ladies and children shall come and celebrate the 36th Annual Dickens on The Strand, December 4-5, 2010, where bobbies, Beefeaters and the Queen herself will be on hand to recreate the Victorian London of Charles Dickens. Characters from Dickens novels walk the street. Food and entertainment fill the area with sights and smells that take you back to another era.
Tickets are available online, or by calling toll-free (888)305-7627. Download a complete printable schedule here.
The Magic of the Season Returns!
Dickens on The Strand is an annual Victorian-themed holiday festival scheduled for December 4 & 5, 2010, on the streets of historic downtown Galveston.
Dressing the part of a Victorian lady or gent can be as easy as pulling together pieces hanging in the back of the closet. Or it could be as fun as finding a vintage dress or suit in a thrift shop or antique store. Others even have costumes custom-made for the event.
Presented by Galveston Historical Foundation, Dickens on The Strand will take you and your family on an enchanted journey through history as a bustling 19th Century cityscape comes to life. For an entire weekend, hundreds of costumed vendors and performers will provide a look at the pomp and pageantry of the British Empire, at a time when commercial and cultural ties provided a strong connection between London and Texas’ largest and richest city.
Centered in Galveston’s The Strand National Historic Landmark District, located approximately one hour south of downtown Houston, the family festival will include parades, non-stop entertainment on the festival’s stages, plus strolling carolers and roving street musicians, bagpipers and entertainers. Additionally, costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with tasty culinary delights and Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations and gift items.
Dickens on The Strand began 36 years ago with a mission: save The Strand’s historic buildings from demolition. A group of Galvestonians, along with GHF, understood the historical significance of the endangered structures and took action. In December of 1974, a potluck supper was organized in The Strand to gain public awareness about the potential destruction of what is now a National Historic Landmark District.
Dickens on The Strand was born...and Galveston Island became a pioneer in preservation. Dickens on The Strand’s original mission was realized, and today The Strand is at the center of a National Historic Landmark District.
The event so captured the imagination of Galveston’s residents and visitors that it has grown to become one of the most popular festivals in America, and GHF’s single largest fundraising event. The hard work of hundreds of volunteers and support of dozens of sponsors each year produces an event that is enjoyed by all, and allows GHF to continue its efforts to “preserve, revitalize and celebrate the architectural, cultural and maritime heritage of Galveston Island.”
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12/03/2010 07:00 PM
December may be chillybut things will definitely be heating up this holiday season at the 2010 WinterWonderland Social.
Shake off the cold by the fire while sipping a cocktail (orthree) at the new ultra chic WXYZ Bar in the Aloft W Hotel near the galleria.
Santa and his sexyelves will be on hand for photo ops...and ladies.. this isn´t the Santa thattucked you in when you were a little girl.
Feel free to bring a small wrappedgift if you would like to participate in the "white elephant" giftexchange.
Those who bring a gift will receive one in return- distributed to youpersonally by Santa or one of his naughty elves.
Enjoy light appetizers,great drink specials, as well as a few surprises along the way...
including anicebreaker game that´s sure to warm you up quick!
Take advantage of the special$99 one-night rate that Aloft is offering to all attending guests
and enjoy anight in one of the modern, comfortable, and lavishly decorated suites locatedin the high-end uptown district of Houston.
For more information on Aloft: http://www.alofthouston.com.
Dress up in yourdazzling holiday attire...or come straight from work for a break from thewinter blues!
Feel free to bring your friends or come on your own for theopportunity to meet fantastic new singles in Houston.
There is only enough room for 200 people so RSVP or come early....but don´tmiss the 2010 Winter Wonderland Social!
7:00-10:00PM
at the WXYZ Bar
located in the AloftHotel
Houston, 5415 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77056 (near the Galleria).
Valet park for $5or self park in the garage free of charge.
This event is free forHSS Members and $15 for Guests.
For more information or to RSVP visit http://www.HoustonSingleSource.com,email [email protected], or call 713-630-0546.
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12/03/2010 07:00 PM
Free Seminar on Mind, Body Wellness and Stress Management.
Mind, Body Wellness and Stress Management Seminar, is a free community service initiative by
The Art of Living Foundation that aims at creating more awareness about a healthy and
stress-free way of life.
Come and learn some simple yet powerful breathing-techniques, experience a guided
meditation, learn about different sources of energy and the tendencies of your mind – all of
which will dissolve your stress and leave you with a smile! This one hour seminar, which is
an introduction to the Art of Living workshop, will explore the elegant Mind-Breath-Body
connection, and how we can consciously use our breath to:
* to manage our emotions
* release stress and bring clarity to the mind
* live in the present moment
* live a healthier and happier life
When: 04-Dec-2010, 3:30PM
Where: 2422, S.Voss Rd,APT#P212
Houston, TX 77079
Visit the following link to register online:
http://secure.artofliving.org/event_details.aspx?event_id=6936
For more information, please contact:
Margaret Guillory, [email protected], 713-975-1172
Amit Nair,[email protected],713-504-4911
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