Galveston Bay Buzz!

Hello Bay Area, Houston! Just like that, the 2025 chapter has closed, and 2026 is already flipping pages like a speed reader. It’s hard to believe that 2030 is less than five years away.

I have some big news, and my husband doesn’t know this yet, but he will find out when he reads this newsletter. I have decided when I grow up, I’m moving to Clear Lake Shores. It’s like the perfect never-ending vacation spot. Give me a golf cart, a strong cold brew coffee, some music from the 1900s, and I’ll happily drive around the island all day. What a life!

Clear Lake Shores is the cutest little community with a strong sense of island living. Golf carts are the primary mode of transportation, which perfectly matches the laid-back pace of island life.

On your next island visit, enjoy a meal at Galveston Bay Brewing and then stop by The Junkyard Pearl Boutique, a hidden gem. Trust me—you won’t be disappointed.

Photo Credit: Louis Cano Jr

This week, we’d like to thank Louis Cano Jr. for sharing his amazing photos which are featured in this newsletter.

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

Kemah Community Spotlight: This week, we’re proud to spotlight Kemah Police Cadet Jordan Wilmore, known for his towering height of 7’3” and recognized as America’s tallest police recruit. In a CBS interview, Jordan shared that despite his height, he chose policing over basketball because he has always enjoyed helping others. Chief Raymond Garivey also highlighted in the interview that Jordan wants to serve and wants to make a difference.

We are honored that Jordan has chosen Kemah as the place to serve. Last week, Kemah welcomed a very special guest—Shaquille O’Neal—who came to show his support as Jordan pursues his goal of graduating from the police academy. Shaq will be financially sponsoring Jordan through the academy. Jordan, we’re right here cheering you on every step of the way!

When Shaq buys the ride, suggest a Blacked-Out Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat with a MBRP Race Cat-Back Exhaust and Flame Thrower Kit.

Photo Credit: Louis Cano Jr

Kemah, Seabrook and Clear Lake Shores Developments

The Kemah Boardwalk is undergoing an exciting makeover, with a new waterpark projected to open in 2026. This will be the perfect place to cool off from the Texas heat, which will be here before we know it!

Little Caesars is now open in Kemah, TX. You can find them at 153 FM 518 Rd, Ste E, Kemah, TX 77565. For more information, you can call them at 281-549-4991.

Seabrook has a lot of new developments coming soon:

  • Your Printing Now Shop is Relocating

  • Spec's Currently Expanding

  • New Nail Salon

  • New Bakery

  • Fay & Fay, New Restaurant

  • New Warehouses

  • New Tire Shop

  • New Car Wash

  • New Furniture Store

Stay tuned… the buzz is just getting started. 🐝

Photo Credit: Louis Cano Jr

Local Upcoming Events

Thursday, January 8th

  • Helen Hall Library

    Tween: You Choose Adventures

    • 4:30pm to 5:30pm

    • Ages 8 to 11

    • 100 W Walker St, League City, TX

Friday, January 9th

  • Helen Hall Library

    Children's Yoga Storytime

    • 10:15am to 11:00am

    • Ages 3 to 5 and caregivers

    • 100 W Walker St, League City, TX

  • Rod Stewart Tribute Vic Vaga: That Rod Guy

    • 8:30pm to 12:00pm

    • FREE

    • 1053 Marina Bay Dr, League City, TX

Saturday, January 10th

  • Benefits Special Olympics

    • Starts at 7:30am

    • $40 Adult, $25 Youth/Students

    • 16628 Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Jamaica Beach, TX

  • Helen Hall Library

    Shrek Fairy Tale Stories

    • Starts at 10:30am

    • 100 W Walker St, League City, TX

  • SoulFreak- League City

    Glimmer & Glow Paint Party

    • 1pm to 3pm

    • $25

    • 512 2nd St, League City, TX

  • SoulFreak- Seabrook

    Girl on Arts

    • 11am to 1pm

    • $38

    • 1305 Second St, Seabrook, TX

  • Morgan Wallen Tribute - Chasin U

    • 8:30pm to 12:00pm

    • FREE

    • 1053 Marina Bay Dr, League City, TX

Sunday, January 11th

  • Social Sunday

    • 10am to 12pm

    • 210 Blue Heron Dr, Webster, TX

  • Helen Hall Library

    No-Sew Sunday

    • 2pm to 4pm

    • Ages 18+

    • 100 W Walker St, League City, TX

Monday, January 12th

  • Helen Hall Library

    The History Club- The Dickinson Historic Railroad Center

    • 7pm to 8pm

    • Ages 18+

    • 100 W Walker St, League City, TX

Tuesday, January 13th

  • Helen Hall Library

    Teen Writers Club

    • 5pm to 6pm

    • Ages 12 to 18

    • 100 W Walker St, League City, TX

  • Adaptive Pickleball Practice

    • 6pm to 8pm

    • 210 Blue Heron Dr, Webster, TX

Wednesday, January 14th

  • SoulFreak- Seabrook

    Coffee with a Cop

    • Starts at 9:30am

    • 1305 Second St, Seabrook, TX

If you have a local event to share, send us the information. [email protected]

Farmers Market Guide 🐝

Photo Credit: Louis Cano Jr

Support local businesses and visit your neighborhood farmers market.

Every Saturday

10am–2pm

Every Sunday

11am–3pm

2nd and 4th Saturdays

9am–2pm

Kemah Texas Farmers Market

2nd and 4th Saturdays

10am–2pm

608 Bradford Ave, Kemah

Bay Area Houston Weekly Forecast 🐝

Wed, Jan 7: Clear skies and crisp air — 61° / 45°
Thu, Jan 8: Dry, mild, and breezy — 63° / 47°
Fri, Jan 9: Cool with partly cloudy skies — 62° / 46°
Sat, Jan 10: Mild, dry, and pleasant — 65° / 50°
Sun, Jan 11: Mixed sun with a light breeze — 66° / 52°
Mon, Jan 12: Cool morning, calm and cloudy — 62° / 48°
Tue, Jan 13: Light showers possible, cooler — 60° / 46°

Perfect weather for weekend strolls, coffee runs, and cozy evening drives. ☕🚗

Photo Credit: Louis Cano Jr

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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

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