Wednesday, April 27
Opa! It is time to celebrate the spices of the Mediterranean and learn about the olives and olive oils produced there. The Friends of Moody Gardens 10th Annual Herb Fair, a free, open-to-the-public event, will be held in the ballroom of the Moody Gardens Hotel, One Hope Blvd., Galveston on Wednesday, April 27 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
More than 40 local vendors, selling unique and interesting crafts, art, foods, and other items will be open to the public. Parking is available in the nearby Moody Gardens hotel parking garage.
Each year the Friends of Moody Gardens sponsors this event to raise funds for programs to educate local school students and seniors, teaching them about the oceans and bays, the environment and climate. The organization, formed in 1986, has 140 members who volunteer at a variety of events all year.
A Blessing of the Garden will be held at 10:30am during the Herb Fair in the rooftop garden at the hotel. Poetry and musical entertainment is planned to bless the gardens and plants.
In addition, a noon luncheon (reservations required) in the spacious Moody Gardens ballroom will feature Lakonia Imports president Peter Marules, who will speak about Greek oils, olives and spices. His company imports these products from Greece and sells them at farmer’s markets and in a few local stores, such as Kritico’s Greek Restaurant, as well as online. To encourage growing herbs, Renee’s Seed Co. donated packets of pesto basil seeds for attendees.
Tickets to the luncheon are $40 for members, $50 for non-members; tables can be reserved for $300 for a table for six. Check out our Facebook page for more information and reservations.
Two workshops are also planned: one involving succulents and driftwood led by Jimbo’s Nursery on Tuesday, April 26. A second workshop for making eternity bracelets with beads and stones, led by Martie Terry on Wednesday, April 27 after the luncheon. Each is $35. More info on the Friends of Moody Gardens Facebook page.
