October 11, 2012

THURSDAY through SATURDAY

October 11-13….The Friends of Wolfforth Library Book Sale – It’s time again for the fall book sale! For more information call 806-866-9280. Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization supporting the programs and services of the area. Wolfforth Library, 508 E Highway 62/82 in Wolfforth; Book sale hours are: Thursday October 11 (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.), Friday October 12 (10 a.m.- 5 p.m.) and Saturday October 13 (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
THURSDAY through SUNDAY

October 11-14….TTU Theatre Presents: "Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead" - Dog sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead - An "unauthorized parody", the play imagines characters from the popular comic strip Peanuts as teenagers. Drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, rebellion, sexual relations, and identity are among the social issues covered in this drama. By Burt V. Royal and directed by Ryan Bruce. Tickets: 10.00 for Individuals, $5.00 for any student with valid ID. Free student rush tickets are available on a limited basis to Texas Tech students. Maedgen Laboratory Theatre (west entrance), located on 18th street between Boston and Flint Avenues. Thursday-Saturday @ 8 p.m., Sunday matinee @ 2 p.m.
FRIDAY Only

October 12….CDRC 5th Annual 1 mile Fun Run/Walk - The Festivities begin on the CDRC playground. The run/walk beings at 4 p.m. on the sidewalk between the playground and the Human Sciences building. The race will also finish at that location. Included is a silent auction of several gift baskets, face painting, raffle drawings, music and free Cowamongus ice cream. It is a one mile course which proceeds around Memorial Circle. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of the beautiful campus during Homecoming week. The fun run/walk benefits the Cathy Nathan endowment scholarship, who was the director for the CDRC for 17 years. The fund was established to provide scholarships to families who could not otherwise attend the CDRC. All proceeds from the event help support the fund. Children Development Research Center, Texas Tech Campus, 15th Street and Akron; 3:30 p.m.

October 12….Halloween Carnival - Enjoy face painting, games, trick-or-treating, cake walk, crafts and more at Trejo! Canned goods to be donated to the South Plains Food Bank. All ages; $1 admission or 2 cans of food. Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst 6 – 8 p.m.

October 12….The Presidential Lecture And Performance Series - The Texas Tech University Presidential Lecture and Performance Series opens its 2012 season with National Book Award winning author and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, Timothy Egan. Author of six books, The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great American Dust Bowl, earned Timothy Egan a National Book Award for non-fiction in 2006. Considered one of the highest literary honors, the award recognizes his account of those who survived the Dust Bowl of the 1930’s. Thought to be the worst ecological disaster in American history, this book provided the source material for filmmaker Ken Burns’ PBS documentary, The Dust Bowl, airing November 18 and 19 on KTTZ-TV. There will be an opportunity to meet Timothy Egan at a book signing immediately following the lecture. General Admission tickets are $15.00 and are available through all Select-A-Seat locations (806) 770-2000 or www.selectaseatlubbock.com. TTU Students receive one free ticket with valid ID at the SUB information booth located at the entrance to the Allen Theatre on the campus of Texas Tech University. For more information, please, see: www.presidentialseries.ttu.edu, www.facebook.com/presidential.series or call 806.742.0700. Allen Theatre, located in the Student Union Building (SUB) of Texas Tech University; 7 p.m.

October 12….A Tour of the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s Giant Hits at The Cactus Theater -This show, featuring the music of The Beatles, Ray Charles, The Eagles, Rod Stewart, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Donna Summer, Journey, Michael Jackson and Aerosmith, is a combination of music from icons from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. Cactus’ stars, Jeff McCreight, West Garza, Butch Avery, Dustin Garrett, Chad Chestnut, Amber Pennington, and newcomers, Mackenzie Walker, Lindsay Long, Jordan Sheets, and Avery Guyear, join together to celebrate these three decades of mind-boggling music. Reserved seat tickets $20. For more information, visit www.cactustheater.com or call 806.762.3233 to purchase tickets. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

October 12….Lubbock Chorale Fall Masterworks Concert – The Lubbock Chorale will begin its 2012-2013 concert season with “Benedicite” by British composer Andrew Carter. Under the direction of Dr. John Hollins, the Chorale, with full orchestra, will present this colorful celebration of nature and families with the West Texas Children’s Chorus. Tickets are available from Select-a-Seat or at the door if still available. Hemmle Recital Hall, Texas Tech Campus; 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY

October 12 -14….LCU Fall Musical: "The Music Man” - The Music Man is a comedic valentine that centers around the clever con-man, Harold Hill, as he tries to con the town of River City, Iowa into enrolling their children in a boy's band with himself as the leader (despite not knowing how to play a note himself). However, the lovely Marian the Librarian woos Harold and compels him to reconsider his evil ways, causing Harold's plans to quickly veer off course. "The Music Man" is a timeless musical that has been referenced and sung in pop culture from "The Wedding Singer" and "Family Guy" to "The Simpsons" and Conan O'Brien. The original show debuted on Broadway in 1957, winning a Tony Award for Best Musical and seeing two more revivals in 1980 and in 2000. In 1962, the show also received a wildly popular movie spinoff that was remade in 2003. The LCU version will feature a two-story set, a top-notch cast and crew, and live orchestra and band."Music Man is a fun show that has not been produced at LCU since the 1970's. It is a charming story with memorable music," Doyle said. Directed by Dr. Don Williams and Dr. Laurie Doyle. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.LCU.edu/tickets or by calling 806-720-7429. $15 Adults or $10 for Students, Faculty/Staff, Seniors. McDonald Moody Auditorium, LCU Campus, 5601 19th Street; Friday and Saturday, October 12-13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 14 at 2 p.m.

October 12-14 (Repeats Oct. 19-21, 26-28)....Lubbock Community Theatre: “All in the Timing” - This critically acclaimed, award-winning group of one-act comedies combines wit, satire, intellect and just plain fun. Each play comes with it’s own insight and meaning while remaining playful and clever. "Like sketches for some hilarious, celestially conceived revue. The writing is not only very funny, it has density of thought and precision of poetry… All in the Timing is by a master of fun. David Ives spins hilarity out of words." —NY Times. Written by David Ives and directed By John A. Packard. Rated PG 13. Tickets can be reserved by calling (806) 749-2416. Lubbock Community Theatre, 4230 Boston Ave; Friday & Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.
SATURDAY Only

October 13….Downtown Farmers/Art Market - Come out and visit a new vendor, "Nelliecakes" for made-to-order pancakes featuring organic milk and free range eggs from Honey's Farm Fresh with 6 all-natural flavors to choose from! Will go great with a cup-o-joe or latte from Courier Coffee! Also, be sure to stop by the market booth and pick-up a scavenger hunt. Return it to the booth for a surprise! The "egg man" and "cheese lady" will be here this week along with MANY other amazing food and craft producers. Be sure to come early for best selection. 19th & Buddy Holly Avenue. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m...or until everyone sells out!

October 13….Pink Lady, Pancakes and Pumpkins at Apple Country Orchards – The Pink Lady apples are ready for picking this Saturday at the Apple Orchard ! Also available in our field bins will be Cameo, Gala and Granny Smith. We provide the buckets and you eat while you pick. No pesticides or sprays on the apples. Fresh apple pancakes and sausage starting at 9 am! There are lots of pumpkins to choose from ! Enjoy Fresh apple pies and apple turnovers ready to eat, hayrides through the Orchard, chili roasting, BBQ brisket and fixins for lunch and fresh veggies from the garden, watermelons, cantaloupe! Fresh Cider excellent for fermentation. Open 7 days a week. Apple Country Orchards, 4 miles east of Idalou on Hwy 62; 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.

October 13….Etiquette and Manners – This class for ages 6-12 is back by popular demand! Call (806) 767-3706 and sign up early, spaces are limited! This is one of the most helpful classes available through this local resource so don't miss out. Sign up today! Hodges Community Center, 4011 University; 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

October 13….Big XII College Football: Texas Tech vs. West Virginia - The Red Raiders look to rebound against another Top 5, nationally-ranked foe in the Mountaineers at Jones AT&T Stadium, 4th Street & University; 2:30 p.m.

October 13….Classic Country West Texas Style at The Cactus Theater - Cactus Theater standouts Jeff Bailey, West Garza, Dustin Garrett, Jeff McCreight, Steve Williams, Don Caldwell, Amber Pennington, young talent Bristi McHam, Kassidy King and special guest Will Bannister join together to perform your favorite classic country music from artists such as George Strait, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Boots Randolph, Bob Wills, Ronnie Milsap, Barbara Mandrell, Kenny Rogers and many more. Reserved seat tickets $20. For more info, visit www.cactustheater.com or call 806.762.3233 to purchase tickets. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.
SATURDAY and SUNDAY

October 13 -14….Silver Spur Trade Show: Gun and Blade Show - The Lubbock, TX Gun Show will be held at the Lubbock Civic Center and is hosted by the Silver Spur Trade Shows of Texas. Safety First! All firearms must be unloaded and get checked in at the door. Ammo and magazines must be left either in your car or with security. Admission: Adult: $5.00, Children under 12 are Free, 2-4-1 First hour both days, $1.00 off active military w/id, $1.00 off NRA w/id.Only 1 discount/special can be used at a time. For more information, call 806.253.1322 or visit :http://www.silverspurtradeshows.com. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 10a.m.- 5 p.m.
This Week's Trivia Contest....

This week 3 winners will be chosen for a Family 5-pak to The Maize. This amazing prize package includes admission, hayride, cow train and corn cannon for 5! Truly a-maizing!

To win these tickets, answer the trivia question below and email it to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com using the fun phrase "First Gaze at the Maze" as your subject title.

The Question: What was the first design used at the Maize near Shallowater?

The deadline for this contest is Sunday at midnight and the winners will be contacted Monday by mid-afternoon. Please....we ask that you only enter the contest once to be fair to everyone out there : )

Please be sure to include your daytime contact info in the body of the email so we may get the tickets to you easily. We'd like to know if you live in Lubbock or in the surrounding area, so please include your hometown. Good luck to everyone!

Last Week's Trivia Winner....

The Question: Which cookie was the best-selling cookie of the 20th century?

Answer: The Oreo Cookie

Winners: Crystal W. of Lubbock.

Looking at Next Week & Beyond...
August 14-15…...Cactus Theater: "Dooley’s Back at Belle’s"
October 18-21….4th Annual Pumpkin Trail
October 19- 20…Moonlight Dinner Theatre: “My Fair Lady”
October 20….....Strut For the Mutts
October 20….....St. Joseph 43rd Annual Sausage Festival
October 25........Scooby’s Spooky Halloween Party
October 26-28….Friends of the Library Fall Sale
October 27….....Dog Day Howl-o-ween Dog Walk/Run
October 27….....“Shelter Me” Homeless Awareness 5K
October 27….....Mad Hatter Tea Party
October 30….....Silly Science Carnival
October 31….....Spooky Science Carnival

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