January 28, 2010


THURSDAY

January 28….Public Meetings Regarding Parks and Recreation Ten-Year Master Plan - The City of Lubbock’s Parks and Recreation Department public meeting as part of the process to establishes new goals and objectives based on citizen input, set priorities and a strategy for the next ten years, and develop the Lubbock Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Bring your school-aged kids for a Kid's Park workshop during the meeting! This is the last of four public meetings and the theme for the evening is: General parks and recreation topics - A catch all for any and all ideas! For more information call (806) 775-2673 or (806) 775-2687. Monterey High School Cafeteria, 3211 47th Street; 6:30 p.m.

FRIDAY

January 29…..Rodney Carrington in Concert - Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor and writer who has recorded six major record label comedy albums selling over two million copies. Two of these albums have been certified gold by the RIAA. Rodney starred in his own TV sitcom, Rodney, which ran for two seasons on ABC. He recently co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the award-winning movie "Beer for My Horses". According to Pollstar, the music trade magazine, Rodney has been among the top ten grossing touring comedians for the last five years. He regularly performs to sold out crowds across the US and Canada. City Bank Auditorium, 2720 Drive of Champions; 7 p.m.

January 29….National Ranching Heritage Center Hosts Author Bob Boze - Author and Old West historian Bob Boze Bell of Cave Creek, Arizona, will discuss “True West Moments.” Bell is a humorist, artist and publisher of True West Magazine. He regularly appears on TV’s History and Western channels. Bell will discuss several True West Moments, which is a popular history segment that runs on the Starz-Encore Westerns Channel. He will address often-asked questions about western movies and history. For example, in the movie “Tombstone,” Doc Holliday says, “I’m your huckleberry. That’s just my game.” Bell will explain what that meant and where the phrase came from. “I love talking about the legends of the West and which ones are true and which ones are bogus,” Bell said. His program will be free for Ranching Heritage Association members and $5 for non-members. Reservations required in advance and space is limited. Contact Emily Arellano at: emily.arellano@ttu.edu or (806) 742-0498. A reception will follow. National Ranching Heritage Center, 4th & Indiana Avenue; 7 p.m.

January 29….Joe Ely & Robbie Gjersoe in Concert - Joe Ely returns to the Cactus Theater for another outstanding concert, bringing with him, Flatlanders guitarist Robbie Gjersoe. The Theater was rockin' with non-stop music and fun the last time Joe was here. His passionate and energetic performance is sure to electrify the stage and the audience. Joe Ely tickets always sell out so get your tickets early for this incredible show! Tickets are $30.00 and $25.00. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY

January 29, 30, 31 (repeats Feb 5-7)….“Bus Stop” - In the middle of a howling snowstorm, a bus out of Kansas City pulls up at a cheerful roadside diner. All roads are blocked, and four or five weary travelers are going to have to hole up until morning. Cherie, a nightclub chanteuse in a sparkling gown and a seedy fur-trimmed jacket, is the passenger with most to worry about. She's been pursued, made love to and finally kidnapped by a twenty-one-year-old cowboy with a ranch of his own and the romantic methods of an unusually headstrong bull. The belligerent cowhand is right behind her, ready to sling her over his shoulder and carry her, alive and kicking, all the way to Montana. Even as she's ducking out from under his clumsy but confident embraces, and screeching at him fiercely to shut him up, she pauses to furrow her forehead and muse, "Somehow deep inside of me I got a funny feeling I'm gonna end up in Montana..." As a counterpoint to the main romance, the proprietor of the cafe and the bus driver at last find time to develop a friendship of their own; a middle-age scholar comes to terms with himself; and a young girl who works in the cafe also gets her first taste of romance. Written by William Inge and Directed by Jay C. Brown. Rating: Drama PG 13. Lubbock Community Theatre (formerly Boston Avenue Playhouse), 4232 Boston Avenue; Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.
SATURDAY

January 30….CASA's Annual Dodgeball Tournament - Anyone 16 or older may play, and it is $125 for each team. No more than 54 teams will be accepted for the tournament, with 6-10 players on each team. The registration deadline will be Thursday January 28, no later than 3 p.m. There will be no registration the day of the tournament. Registration Packets are available at Starbucks, Plains Capital Bank, the CASA office, or online at www.lubbockcasa.org. Each team is guaranteed to play in two games (double elimination) and the winning team will receive event t-shirts and a plaque. Tournament organizers will email the game times to the team captains the day before the tournament (Friday, Jan. 29) or you may contact Rose Carkeet at 763-2272. For further details on the event or registering a team please visit www.lubbockcasa.org. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards helping CASA advocate on behalf of local abused and neglected children. Additionally, the tournament this year will pay special tribute to Cpl. D. Harvey, former sheriff of Lubbock County and event volunteer referee. Estacado High School Gymnasium,1504 East Itasca Ave; 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

January 30….13th Annual Wine and Chocolate Fantasia - Mark your calendar and make plans for an unforgettable evening of wine and chocolate, hosted by the Lubbock Chef’s Association and Llano Estacado Winery. Each year participants look forward to the creative and delicious chocolate entries inspired by the friendly competition between chefs, food service professionals, students and amateurs. To purchase tickets call Llano Estacado Winery at 745-2258. Ticket price is $45 with partial proceeds benefiting the West Texas Parkinsonism Society. Llano Estacado Winery, 3426 East F.M. 1585; 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.

January 30….Hub Performing Arts School's Advanced Performance Team Dinner Theatre - Come see the competition pieces from the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta and hear how the team did. Proceeds go to offset the cost of the trip. You will enjoy short performances from Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr. and School House Rock Live Jr. and a great meal! Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by calling 795-7344. No tickets will be sold at the door. Broadway Church of Christ, 1924 Broadway Street; 7 p.m.

January 30 - "I Am Yours" - Christ in the Arts' Winter Performance – Come enjoy "a celebration of life in Him." Free admission and open to the public. Performed by students of Christ in the Arts Ballet & Vocal Programs. First Baptist Church - 2201 Broadway; 7:30 p.m.

January 30….New Talent Showcase - New talent is coming! Audience appeal is a huge factor in selecting the winner, so come and support your favorite performer! Many great musicians and singers audition but only the very best are cast on the "New Talent Showcase." With these great performers and with the music of the Lubbock Texas Rhythm Machine, it will be an amazing show. Tickets are $20.00. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

Last Week's Winning Entries....

The winners of the three (3) Family 4-packs to the Harlem Globetrotters were Earlene B., Mike W., and Rosalyn F. all of Lubbock.

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February 4…..."SOS" Singles (Adults 50+) Monthly Dinner
February 5-6….CATS Playhouse: ”Coming Back to Jersey”
February 8…....Young Singles Monthly Dinner (Ages: 30s/40s)
February 12…..YWCA Valentine’s Day Father/Daughter Dance
February 23…..11th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration

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