Lemonade Day returns to Galveston County

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce and the League City Regional Chamber of Commerce are joining forces for the second year in a row to support Lemonade Day.

Launched in Houston in 2007, the nationwide program equips children from ages 5 to 18 with the resources to start their own lemonade stand. After identifying the program as a perfect fit, the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce purchased the license in 2012 to bring Lemonade Day to Galveston County.

The setup

Young entrepreneurs in the program will have the opportunity to learn about business planning, financial literacy and customer service, as well as receive a workbook, T-shirt and backpack to guide them through the process, according to a Jan. 14 news release from the two chambers.

“It’s not just about selling lemonade—it’s about teaching young entrepreneurs that with preparation, creativity and a strong work ethic, success is within reach,” said Gina Spagnola, president and CEO of the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce and director of Lemonade Day Galveston County. “The League City Chamber and their Lemonade Day committee have hit the ground running to grow participation on the mainland.”

Something to note

While the event doesn’t take place until May 2, registration is now open to participants.

A few additional dates include:

• Feb. 19, 5–7 p.m. – Step Up for Education Expo & Kick-Off in Galveston

  Weis Middle School, 7100 Stewart Road, Galveston

• Feb. 21, 11 am – 1 pm – Kick-Off Event in League City, Perry Family YMCA, 1700 League City Parkway, League City
• April 18, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. – Build a Stand, Spark a Dream & Best Tasting Lemonade Contest

  Chalmers Hardware, 2002 Broadway

• May 2 – Lemonade Day Galveston County
• May 7, 5–7 p.m. – Spirit Night Celebration for Young Entrepreneurs

  Schlitterbahn Galveston, 2109 Gene Lucas Blvd., Galveston