Galveston Bay Buzz! ❤️
Hello Friends! This coming weekend, I’m celebrating a huge accomplishment. I’ll be walking across the stage as they call my name to receive my MBA degree… and it still doesn’t feel real. I spent countless weekends and evenings studying, and there were many moments when I wanted to quit. But today, I can say I accomplished something I once believed was impossible. There were weeks when it felt like every man/woman for themselves at my house, and I’m so grateful for my husband and grown kids who stepped up—cooking, helping, and taking care of things so I could stay focused and finish strong. This past weekend, I tried on my cap and academic gown and noticed the dramatic sleeves (see example below). I learned they actually symbolize advanced academic achievement. That sounds so official, right? Meanwhile, I’m over here thinking they’re perfectly designed snack and phone holders. Strategic? Absolutely. Don’t worry—I’ll be using those hanging sleeves to secure my phone, and I’ll share my special moment with all of y’all when I stop on stage to take a selfie! If you put your mind and motivation into something, you can achieve it. Don’t be afraid to fail. Failure isn’t the end; it’s part of the process. Every failure teaches you something, strengthens you, and prepares you for the next step. If you keep trying, keep pushing, and refuse to quit, you will succeed. It might take longer than you planned. It might look different than you imagined. But it will be worth it. Failure creates success. |
Example of Academic Gown with built in snack and phone holder sleeves.
Photo Credit: Athena Smiros
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on local photographer Athena Smiros.
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!
Kemah, Seabrook and Clear Lake Shores Spotlight
My goal for this newsletter has always been to stay local and stay connected with our communities. I have some amazing restaurants I’m excited to share with you soon, but this week I felt a nudge on my heart to share something even more important. Sometimes, highlighting what truly matters takes priority.
This week, I want to focus the spotlight on something that truly reflects the heart of our community: The Give More Foundation and its Local Blessing Box—a simple, powerful resource stocked by the community, for the community.
The Blessing Box is open to anyone in need, no questions asked, and it's located right outside the Kemah Police Station at 1401 N Hwy 146, Kemah. Whether you're dropping off items or picking something up, it's all about neighbors helping neighbors.
Earlier this week, the Blessing Box was completely empty. Thankfully a City of Kemah employee stepped in and donated nonperishable food items to help restock it.
It’s hard not to feel a little heavy thinking that someone in our own community may be wondering where their next meal will come from, and we might pass each other without ever knowing. That’s why this small box matters. It’s more than a box. It’s a reminder that we can look out for one another.
This Saturday, March 7th, the Kemah community is coming together for a FOOD DRIVE from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Kemah City Hall, located at 1401 N Hwy 146, Kemah.
Items Needed:
Canned vegetables and fruit
Pasta, rice and grains
Peanut butter and canned protein
Instant meals and cereal boxes
Baby formula
If you can’t make it to the food drive, you can still support the effort by donating at this link: The Give More Foundation
Every donation, big or small, makes a difference right here at home.
Photo Credit: Athena Smiros
Kemah, Seabrook and Clear Lake Shores Developments
Stay tuned… the buzz is just getting started. 🐝
Kemah Boardwalk is converting parts of the former Joe’s Crab Shack site into a new water park entrance and additional attractions. We can’t wait to see the finished project and are looking forward to having a new place close to home where we can cool off when that Texas summer heat rolls in.
Residential expansions like Kemah Crossing, a new home community by Meritage Homes shows housing growth, and there are also infrastructure improvements such as road widening that support future development. I know the construction can feel overwhelming at times, but the improvements underway will soon bring new roads and smoother routes for all of us to enjoy.
The Zip code covering Kemah and Clear Lake Shores has dozens of ongoing construction and renovation projects underway. From waterfront dock improvements to commercial expansions, these developments represent millions of dollars in investment flowing into our communities.
Clear Lake Shores is investing in Shell Bottom Park boat dock and ramp improvements, enhancing public access to the water and recreation. This is great for local quality of life and attracting visitors.
Construction is currently underway at Seabrook Town Centre. The mixed-use development that will include retail, dining, and residential components, all designed to make Seabrook a more vibrant.
Photo Credit: Athena Smiros
Local Upcoming Events
Texas City Scavenger Hunt 409 Protocol is active until April 9th. Your mission -- should you choose to accept it -- is to follow clues, crack codes and decipher messages over the next several weeks 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. You can find additional details on the City of Texas City Facebook page.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Soulfreak- Seabrook
Blackbird Cleaning Supplies
Plus Forever & Co Pop Up
12:00pm to 4:00pm
1305 Second St, Seabrook
Butler Longhorn Museum
Mahjong Class- Text 281.300.0861 For Reservation
Starts at 6:00pm
903 FM 518, Kemah
Belle Lees Boutique
Paint & Customize Hat
6:00pm to 8:30pm
355C Columbia Memorial Pkwy, League City
Open Mic
6:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
The Fuse
6:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Friday, March 6, 2026
Kings Bingo
Fully Loaded Friday
7:30pm & 9:00pm Sessions
20810 Gulf Fwy Ste E, Webster
The Vibe League City
David Swope
5:00pm to 8:00pm
3202 Marina Bay Dr, Suite H, Kemah
Mainland Music Hall
David Lewis, Trent Cowie and Marshland
7:45pm to 12:00am
10000 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City
Karaoke Night
7:00pm to 10:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
Good Time Muffin
7:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
The Vibe League City
Los Rangerz
Starts at 8:00pm
3202 Marina Bay Dr, Suite H, Kemah
Jackie’s Bar & Grill
Hamilton Loomis
8:00pm to 11:00pm
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Soulfreak- Seabrook
Pop Up Market & Tacos by Delta Feed Co
10:00am to 2:00pm
1305 Second St, Seabrook
Mainland Music Hall
Good Vibrations
Starts at 8pm
10000 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City
Radio Frequency
7:00pm to 11:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Jackie’s Bar & Grill
Dead Radio with Sparrow Blue
7:30pm to 12:00am
1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah
The Vibe League City
Tracy Perez Band
Starts at 9:00pm
3202 Marina Bay Dr, Suite H, Kemah
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Kemah Weekly Walk
Kemah Bridge
Starts at 6:15am
Meet Beside Tookie’s
Rush Creek
Starts at 5pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Monday, March 9, 2026
Chick-fil-A
Coffee with a Cop
9:00am to 11:00am
1757 S Friendswood Dr, Friendswood
Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack
Tim Branch
5:30pm to 9:30pm
310 Texas Ave, Kemah
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Butler Longhorn Museum
Mahjong Class- Text 281.300.0861 For Reservation
Starts at 1:00pm
903 FM 518, Kemah
Travis Lance
6:00pm to 9:00pm
707 Highway 146, Kemah
Palapa Bar Kemah
Trivia- Urban Cowboy & HTX Rodeo
7:00pm to 2:00am
608 6th St, Kemah
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
New Horizon Free Weekly Networking Group
12:00pm to 1:00pm
2710 Gulf Freeway South, League City
Schafer's Coastal Bar & Grille
Wine Down Wednesday
11:00am to 11:00pm
1002 Aspen Rd, Clear Lake Shores
Trivia Night
7:00pm to 9:00pm
902 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores
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🌤️ Bay Area Houston Weekly Forecast 🐝
Wed, Mar 4: Partly sunny and warm — 76° / 64°
Thu, Mar 5: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of showers — 79° / 65°
Fri, Mar 6: Morning shower chance, humid — 76° / 64°
Sat, Mar 7: Partly sunny with a small rain chance — 76° / 50°
Sun, Mar 8: Sunny, cooler and breezy — 66° / 46°
Mon, Mar 9: Bright skies and comfortable — 69° / 50°
Tue, Mar 10: Mostly sunny and mild — 71° / 54°
Early March along the bay brings warm afternoons in the mid-70s—perfect weather for waterfront walks and enjoying local events around the community.
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Jessica Johnson
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