Community Notes 04-06-2011

1. Galveston FeatherFest. Galveston FeatherFest will be taking place from April 7 – 10. Everyone, whether a novice or expert, is encouraged to explore a variety of habitats, from beaches to bays, bay marshes to wetlands, and coastal prairies to upland wood mottes on a birding adventure. For more information, visit http://www.galvestonfeatherfest.com/.
2. Texas Coastal Expo. The Texas General Land Office is proud to announce the second annual Texas Coastal Expo, a free family event promoting the economic and environmental importance of our beautiful Texas coast. The event will be held on Saturday, June 18th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on the grounds of Moody Gardens in Galveston. This year’s Galveston event expects attendance of 10,000 – 15,000 residents and tourists. Sponsor and exhibitor levels range from $150 to $10,000. Special exhibitor pricing is available to Non-Profits for exhibitor booths. For more information, please contact D*Anne Stites at 512-463-6740 or Danne.Stites@glo.state.tx.us or visit  http://www.glo.state.tx.us/OC/coastal_expo/. 
3. Seaside Chat – The Hawaiian Connection. There will be a free presentation about the wildlife of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument in the northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Presenter George Hanks will share his personal experiences from a very special journey to one of America’s Ocean Treasures. The chat will be on April 11, from 7-8pm at Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary. RSVP to Kelly.Drinnen@noaa.gov or call 409-621-5151, x105. For more information, visit http://flowergarden.noaa.gov/.