May 16, 2013

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

May 17-18...Hub Performing Arts School's Production of "Little Mermaid Jr." - Come join Ariel, Eric, Sebastian, and Flounder as they take you under the sea and on land in this musical adaptation of one of Disney's most beloved animated adventures! Little Mermaid Jr. is filled with the songs you know and love such as "Part of Your World", "Under the Sea", and "Kiss the Girl" as well as some new ones like "Human Stuff" and "She's in Love!" The songs will keep you singing long after the adventure ends! Tickets are only $5. They may be purchased by calling (806) 577-2978 or emailing hub@hubperformingartsschool.com. Lubbock-Cooper Middle School, 16302 Texas 493 Loop (near Hwy 87 & Woodrow Rd.); Friday: 7 p.m., Saturday: 2 p.m. matinee and 7 p.m.

May 17-18 (Repeats May 24-25 (Adult cast); and May 26 (Children's cast)….Cactus Theatre: "All Shook Up" - These performances represents the culmination of the semester's study of the Cactus Kids Theatrical Company. The students will shadow the adult performers of the first four performances of the series and will be featured in the last weekend's performances. In the musical,"All Shook Up", written by Joe Dipietro, a guitar -playing roustabout rides into a square little town in a square little state and changed everything and everyone he meets. Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley, this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy will have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as "Heartbreak Hotel, " Jailhouse Rock" and "Don't Be Cruel". Tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased at 762-3233 or online at catustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY through SUNDAY

May 17-19....Lubbock Community Theatre: "Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will?" - As a dysfunctional family gathers to await the imminent death of their patriarch, who has recently suffered a disabling stroke, cat fights and rumors swirl around who will get what when the will is read. Without becoming ponderous, losing a sense of humor or pandering to timeworn clichés about Texans or Texas drawls, the story shares many elements of a good summer novel: it's fast and delicious...with funny, tense, touching moments and characters you care about. Written by Del Shores and directed by Jay C. Brown. Rated PG-13. Tickets can be reserved by calling (806) 749-2416. Lubbock Community Theatre, 4230 Boston Avenue; Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.
SATURDAY Only

May 18….Silent Wings Museum: Victory Gardens - Learn about the importance of Victory Gardens during WWII. Start your own garden to take home! This class is for all ages and is $15.00. Pre-register by calling 806.775.3049 or visit www.silentwingsmuseum.com. Silent Wings Museum, 6202 I-27; 1 -3 p.m.

May 18… Saturday @The Museum: Weather with Special Guest Brian Ancell – Enjoy this free public, come-and-go event from 1-4 p.m. Dr. Ancell is from the TTU Geosciences Dept. Enjoy fun, hands-on activities, experiments, and challenges! Activities are FREE of charge and are for children ages 8 and up and family members. At 6 p.m. there will be a talk from Joel Satore, National Geographic Photographer. Sartore has spent two decades on a mission to document North American species facing extinction. Sartore is the photographer of the magnificent artworks in the exhibit RARE: Portraits of America's Endangered Species. Admission is free. Museum of Texas Tech University, 3301 4th St.

May 18….25th Annual Lubbock Heart Ball - The Lubbock Heart Ball celebrates the work and mission of the American Heart Association; the donors and volunteers; and most importantly the lives saved and improved because of everyone’s effort. The Heart Ball promises to be an engaging evening of fun and passion bringing community and philanthropic leaders together. For more info, call 888.433.7220 x 2642. Lubbock Country Club, 3400 Mesa Road. Doors open at 6 p.m.

SUNDAY Only

May 19….Adoptive Families Picnic - Come meet other adoptive families in the area. Hot dog dinner, games, bounce house and a great opportunity to make new friends. For more info, or to RSVP, please email us at lubbockadoptivefamilies@gmail.com. (We are not associated with any specific agency, just a group of adoptive families who want to get together with other families like us). Rush Elementary Playground, 19th St. and Utica Ave; 4 p.m.

Summer Fun Preview:
This Week's Kids' Camps Offer
"Mud Fun" for 2 Age Groups...

Younger Kids: "Kid Crafters" Club (ages 5-11) cost $25 per day
When: Monday afternoons 1:30-3:30
Offered: June 3,10,17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12

Older Kids: "Teen Mudders" Club (ages 12-16) cost $25 per day
When: Thursday afternoons 1:30-3:30
Offered: June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 11,18, 25; August 1, 8, 15

* Different craft each week
* Snack and drink each week

* Bonus: FREE Mud Room t-shirt when sign up and pay for 6 or more sessions

Where: The Mud Room- 3302-82nd Street, 793-3271

...and "Cookie Fun" for Ages 2-18!

What: Kids Cookie Club Wednesday afternoons
1-4 pm (1 hour sessions) Cost: $5
Ages 2-18 must have reservation (call 794-6992)

When: June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14

Decorate a different summer fun theme cookie each week

What: Kids Cookie Camp Monday –Friday
June 24-28 10:00-12:00 daily

Ages 6-9 years old
Cost: $100 must register one week prior to camp

T-shirt, apron, drink/snack daily, decorate a 7 cookie bouquet, graduation

What: Tweens Cookie Camp Monday – Friday
June 24-28 2:00 - 4:00 pm daily

Ages 10-13 years old
Cost: $100 must register one week prior to camp

T-shirt, apron, drink/snack daily, decorate a 7-cookie bouquet, graduation

(All camps will learn how to read a recipe, design a cookie bouquet and decorate it, figure cost of a batch of cookies, history of cookies and holidays, kitchen/health and safety regulations.) **Both camps may repeat July 15-19 depending on demand

What: TEEN Cookie Camp One day only (dates listed below)
10 am - 5 pm

Ages 13-18 years old
Cost: $75 must register one week prior to camp day

Choose one day: Tuesday, June 18 or Thursday, June 20;
Tuesday, July 9 or Thursday, July 11

T-shirt, apron, drink/snack, decorate a 5 cookie bouquet, graduation

Where: Cookies by Design, 3310-82nd Street , 794-6992
Got an idea especially for the ladies?
steph@lubbockfunclub.com

Got an idea to promote something just for the guys?
shane@lubbockfunclub.com

Special event coming up? Send us the details!
info@lubbockfunclub.com

Go to CALENDAR OF EVENTS for even MORE fun things to do!
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