Galveston Bay Buzz!
Hello Friends! Are you recovering from temporarily becoming Irish for a day? My version of becoming Irish on St. Patrick’s Day consists of eating too much corned beef and cabbage. This past weekend was gorgeous, and I hope you were able to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. There’s just something about those perfect days when the sun is out, and the breeze is just right. It makes me want to slow down and enjoy what really matters. In a world that constantly feels busy and fast-paced, it’s easy to move from one thing to the next without ever really pausing. But moments like this past weekend are a good reminder that it’s important to stop, breathe, and take a moment to refresh and refocus on what really matters. Whether that looked like time with family, catching up with friends, being outside, or just enjoying a quiet moment to yourself…. it all counts. The older I get, the more I realize those small, quiet moments aren’t actually small at all. They’re the ones that help us reset and remind us to enjoy where we are right now instead of rushing onto the next thing. Interested in advertising or sponsorship? Reach out—we’d love to chat. [email protected] |
The Beauty of Ireland
Clear Lake and Beyond Developments
Webster is getting a new date night spot
Gauchos Do Sul opens March 19th, bringing a full Brazilian steakhouse experience to the area—think nonstop tableside meats, a stacked salad bar, and the kind of place you go when you’re ready to eat really well. If you’ve been waiting for something new to try around here… this might be it.
Master Planned Community- Midlane
A huge 1,000-acre master-planned community called Midline is opening models homes soon in Webster. Join them on April 18th and 19th from 12:00pm to 4:00pm for a Grand Opening Event. There will be live music, face painting, a rock wall, bounce house, treats and prizes — in addition to 6 models to tour. This development could include around 2,800 homes, trails, and resort-style amenities, making it one of the largest new communities in the Bay Area, Houston.
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake Expansion
A 132,000-square-foot expansion is currently underway at HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake. The project will add dozens of beds and expanded medical facilities to meet growing demand in the Bay Area, Houston community. The project is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2027.
Sylvan Rodriguez Park Community Center
Plans are underway for a new 12,000-square-foot community center at Sylvan Rodriguez Park in Clear Lake. The space will include meeting rooms, exhibit space, and expanded park amenities.
New Restaurants & Drinks
Casa Matcha is now opened at 1616 S. Friendswood Dr, Friendswood
Cuban Cafe is expected to open any day at 903 FM 518 Rd. Ste K, Kemah
The Rice Box (Chinese-American concept) is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2026, so we are almost there!
Schafer’s Coastal Kitchen has begun construction at 1600 E NASA Parkway in Nassau Bay and is expected to open in Fall 2026.
Castle in Ireland
What’s Trending Around Town
This trend isn’t exactly up my alley, but I know it’s something some of you will appreciate… Soft-serve margaritas are officially having a moment 🍦🍹
I did the research for you, so you don’t have to because that is what this newsletter is all about! I’ve been seeing a lot of posts on social media asking where to find these locally, and right now only a few spots are offering them in our surrounding areas.
VooDoo Hut (Kemah)
📍 511 Bradford Ave
Our true local MVP right now is serving up a Soft Serve Frosé and fully leaning into the trend.
Iguana Joe’s (Mont Belvieu)
📍 9118 Hwy 146
Just a short drive northeast with far less traffic than Houston, it’s a great family-friendly spot where you can enjoy the experience without the crowds.
Doña Leti’s (Houston)
📍 10425 S. Post Oak Rd
📍 7340 Washington Ave
The spot that helped kick this trend off locally, and they’re keeping soft-serve margaritas as a permanent menu item. I’ve heard the wait times can be pretty long, so be sure to plan ahead.
Insider take: It’s only a matter of time before these will start popping up all around our area, so keep your eyes on social media if this is up your alley.
The Beauty of Ireland
Local Upcoming Events
Texas City Scavenger Hunt III 409 Protocol ends on April 9th.
Your mission -- should you choose to accept it -- will have you following clues, cracking codes and deciphering messages in search of the $500 prize.
Agents may pick up their Classified Field Packets at Interim City Hall (2000 Texas Ave) or at Moore Memorial Public Library next week.
Thursday, March 19th
Soulfreak Coffee
Blackbird Bath & Plus Forever Pop-Up
12:00pm to 4:00pm
512 2nd St, League City
McIntyre’s Webster
Next Level Chef Watch Party
Meet & Greet Chefs Amber, Cole and Machete
Starts at 6:00pm
806 E Nasa Pkwy, Houston
Open Mic
6:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
3 Spot
6:00pm to 10:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Friday, March 20th
Barge 295
Leo Mendoza
Starts at 7:00pm
2613 ½ NASA Pkwy, Seabrook
Lightning Rob
7:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Karaoke Night
7:00pm to 10:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
AM/FM The 70's Rock Experience
8:30pm to 12:00am
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
Saturday, March 21st
Walter Hall Park
Starts at 7:30am
807 SH 3 N, League City
Soulfreak Coffee
Hand Knit Pillows $50
9:00am to 12:00pm
512 2nd St, League City
Schafer’s Coastal Bar and Grille & Lil' Outriggers
Annual Gumbo Cook-Off $10
11:00am to 4:00pm
1002 Aspen Rd., Clear Lake Shores
League Park
A day of Music in League City
1:30pm to 9:00pm
512 2nd St, League City
The Village at Tuscan Lakes
Critters Reptile Expo and Market
Starts at 2:00pm
1610 Tuscan Village Dr, League City
Barge 295
Leo Mendoza
Starts at 3:00pm
2613 ½ NASA Pkwy, Seabrook
Carlos' Beer Garden
1st Annual Falcon Fest
3:00pm to 10:00pm
18018 State Hwy 3, Webster
Kemah Boardwalk
Blaggards
6:00pm to 10:00pm
215 Kipp Ave, Kemah
Navigators
7:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
That 70's Thing
8:30pm to 12:00am
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
Sunday, March 22nd
Aerial Yoga Class - $25
10:00 - 11:15 AM and 11:30AM - 12:45PM
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Barge 295
Leo Mendoza
Starts at 7:00pm
2613 ½ NASA Pkwy, Seabrook
Peterbilt
5:00pm to 9:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Monday, March 23rd
Try a new local restaurant and support your neighbors.
Tuesday, March 24th
Singo Bingo
5:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Red River Cantina
BAHFL Business Leaders Event
6:00pm to 8:00pm
1911 E. Main St, League City
Jacob Pickering
6:00pm to 9:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Wednesday, March 25th
The Bayou Nutrition
Waffles with Dickinson Police Dept
8:00am to 9:30am
2112 FM 517 E Rd, Dickinson
League Park
Coffee & Commerce
Soulfreak 15% Discount
Starts at 8:30am
512 2nd St, League City
New Horizon Free Weekly Networking Group
12:00pm to 1:00pm
2710 Gulf Freeway South, League City
Kemah Boardwalk
Home School Day
2:00pm to 4:00pm
215 Kipp Ave, Kemah
Paul Byron
6:00pm to 9:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Trivia Night
7:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
If you have a local event to share, send us the information. [email protected]
Farmers Market Guide
Follow us on social media for weekly updates on other local farmers markets.
Bay Area Houston Weekly Forecast 🐝
Wed, Mar 18: Warm and sunny — 79° / 59°
Thu, Mar 19: Partly cloudy and breezy — 82° / 61°
Fri, Mar 20: Mostly sunny and warm — 81° / 57°
Sat, Mar 21: Warm with a mix of sun and clouds — 82° / 61°
Sun, Mar 22: Humid with increasing clouds — 81° / 61°
Mon, Mar 23: Warm and muggy — 82° / 64°
Tue, Mar 24: Slight chance of rain, still warm — 75° / 57°
Wed, Mar 25: Cooler with clouds and possible showers — 70° / 57°
Perfect for getting outside early in the week, with a slight shift toward cooler temps and possible rain as we head into next week.
Stay Local. Stay Connected.
Do you love local finds as much as we do? Follow us on social media and tag us in your favorite local spots for a chance to be featured in our weekly newsletter.
Spot construction or a new development? Sent us a message and we’ll dig up the details! Know a hometown person or business that deserves a spotlight? Send us the details! Have something you’d love to see each week? Send us your suggestions, and we’ll do our best to make it happen. 🐝[email protected]
Just remember, we’re only human, but we’ll do our best to make this your newsletter.
The Galveston Bay Buzz 🐝
Jessica Johnson
Publisher/Founder
If you’re a local photographer and would like the opportunity to feature your local photos in an upcoming newsletter, please send them to [email protected].
We’d love to showcase your work!