Treasure seekers

By Kathryn Eastburn on December 28, 2019 Filed Under: Features, Frontpage Leave a Comment

Marnie Copeland, of Houston, hunts through antiques at Big House Antiques in Galveston’s
historic downtown shopping district. Photo by Stuart Villanueva

Antique shopping is all about the thrill of the hunt

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‘Aha moments’

By Barbara Canetti on December 28, 2019 Filed Under: Art, Features, Frontpage Leave a Comment

Jhonny Langer paints a statue of Jesus from First Lutheran Church as part of the restoration process in Galveston. Langer is restoring the statue to its original colors. Photo by Kelsey Walling

Islander works as a sleuth to uncover the secrets of historic buildings and artwork

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The fixer

By Barbara Canetti on December 28, 2019 Filed Under: Art, Features, Frontpage Leave a Comment

Laura Greiner uses a magnifying glass to look for imperfections on a piece of art at J. Bangle Gallery in Galveston. Greiner is a local artist who makes a living restoring artworks. Photo by Kelsey Walling

Restorer of artwork embraces every challenge

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Coastal cottages

By Keri Heath on December 28, 2019 Filed Under: Features, Frontpage, Home & Garden Leave a Comment

Islanders put a lot of love and work into their historic homes

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Maestro in the kitchen

By Leslie Watts on December 28, 2019 Filed Under: Features, Food & Drink, Frontpage Leave a Comment

Galveston Symphony Orchestra conductor Trond Saeverud is an avid cook. Photo by Stuart Villanueva

When it comes to cooking, Galveston Symphony conductor is a virtuoso

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Home sweet home

By Shannon Caldwell on November 23, 2019 Filed Under: Features, Food & Drink, Frontpage 1 Comment

Kristie Vitovsky, owner of the home-based Simply Smitten Bakery, makes custom-designed cookies. Photo by Stuart Villanueva

There’s a reason this Seabrook house is popular with neighborhood kids

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One smart cookie

By Kathryn Eastburn on November 23, 2019 Filed Under: Features, Food & Drink, Frontpage Leave a Comment

Alicia Cahill, owner of The Kitchen Chick in downtown Galveston, has hosted a Christmas cookie exchange for more than 10 years for girlfriends and their kids. Photo by Jennifer Reynolds

Islander is legendary for hosting simple and fun holiday gatherings

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A beach house wonderland

By Kathryn Eastburn on November 23, 2019 Filed Under: Features, Frontpage Leave a Comment

Mercedes Perez, holds her micro teacup Yorkshire terrier, Mercy, in front of the Christmas tree in the living room. Perez has a decorated tree in every room of the house. Photo by Jennifer Reynolds