July 2023

Upcoming Events:

Check out Facebook or Visit Corpus Christi for events

July 14 – Raul Ayala performing at House of Rock

July 15 – The Water’s Edge Summer Series: The East & The Crow

July 16 – Summer Surf Movie Nights

July 28-30 – Corpus Christi Comic Con 2023 – OFFICIAL

July 30 – Ramon Ayala USA Tour 2023

Good To Know

• Stayover Items

If you need anything to be restocked during your stay (Gulfstream Rentals Only), kindly visit the housekeeping department between 8 am to 4 pm. We can provide you with fresh towels, linen, dish/hand soap, paper towels, and toilet paper. We want to make sure you have everything you need to feel at home during your stay with us.

• Pickle Ball and Cornhole

If you’re interested in playing some Pickle Ball or Cornhole, we have equipment available for checkout at the front desk. We just want to remind everyone to be careful and play responsibly, as we want to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. It’s important to note that we cannot be held responsible for any accidents or injuries, so let’s all have fun and stay safe out there!

• Beach Parking Permits

You can buy beach parking permits at any Stripes store on Padre Island or HEB in Flour Bluff. These permits are valid for an entire year.

• Wristbands

To ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment, we kindly ask guests aged 12 years or older to wear wristbands while on the Gulfstream premises. If you need to get a new wristband, just stop by the front desk and we’ll be happy to help you out. Thank you for your cooperation!

Did Ya’ Hear?

By Mary Craft

My Mimi’s Kitchen has been very successful in the short time it has been open. They keep adding in-house made items and the latest are the strawberry, banana, blueberry and bourbon walnut pancakes with their homemade syrups. They sell their jams by the half pint and they just got in peaches so expect their peach jam to be available soon. Their cinnamon rolls you can sometimes find still warm out of the oven. Restaurant owners Julia and Chad have been planning a second restaurant which would be on the Island. It is strictly in the planning stages and there is, as of yet, no location. It will be a different concept from their current restaurant located in HEB Plus strip center in the Bluff. Whatever they come up with I am certain will be a great addition to the Island.

Roosevelt’s 1886 Restaurant serves breakfast daily 8 – 11 am.  The menu includes beignets, smoked salmon on avocado toast and quiches. They are located at the Tarpon Inn in Port A at the corner of Cotter and Alister.

Hardknocks Sports Grill is hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, July 13th 2 – 5 pm. Donors will receive a “Hooked on Saving Lives” t-shirt, a pair of Hooks tickets and five free chicken wings at Hardknocks. Appointment are recommended but walk-ins are welcome. Call 855-4943.

Fire It Ceramics in Port A is a great place to take the kids on these sweltering days besides taking them to the beach. They can be creative and take home their art piece the next day after they “fire it.” It’s also fun for adults with items like platters, pottery and coffee mugs plus they serve beer and wine. They are open daily 10 am – 7 pm and until 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Aerodrome Distilling in the Bluff near Naval Air Station specializes in handcrafted quality bourbon, rye, gin and rum since 2019. Their spirits have won several awards at the 2022 Las Vegas Global Spirits Competition. Owner Nathan Bitz is a retired Naval aviator and much of the decor includes air plane wings such as the bar and cocktail tables in the tasting area. There is also an outdoor patio with a view of the airfield. It is located at 401 Aviation Drive but be sure to use your GPS it is a circuitous route to get there.

Beach Bum Golf Scramble will be held at the Oso Beach Golf Course on Sunday, June 16th 1 pm and spots are filling up. The $80 includes a round of golf with cart, kegs of beer, on course contests, raffles and Hawaiian dinner. No golf shirts its Hawaiian shirts for this event. You can register online.

Island Italian is where I enjoy my favorite sandwich on the Island “The Works.” I order it with a small cup of their signature Italian dressing for extra dipping but the dressing is already on the sandwich. Their dressing is so popular they sell it for $8/16 ounces. The sandwich is on their lunch menu. For dessert enjoy one of Susan’s weekly changing selections. Owner Tony (her brother) installed a new oven a while ago just for her baking. They also carry the usual restaurant food supplier desserts that many restaurants serve which are also good but be sure to ask which are Susan’s for a special unique treat. They are closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Stay informed about the latest happenings in Island and Flour Bluff by simply following Mary Craft’s “Did Ya’ Hear” Facebook page! Keep up with the buzz by clicking the Facebook button provided below.

Looking for a golf cart to ride on the beach? You can reach out to Beach Bum Cart Rentals LLC. And if you need tents and chairs set up on the beach, Holiday Beach Rentals can help you out. Both companies are located on the island and are ready to assist you.

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