October 29, 2015

THURSDAY Only

October 29….Silly Science Carnival – An exciting annual Fall fun event just for pre-schoolers! This Fall themed mini-carnival will take place in the Science Spectrum museum, and is perfect for those younger ones that might not want to get out and compete with the older kids at other Halloween events.
Here are just some of the fun activities planned:

• Carnival Games with Guaranteed Prizes
• Silly Science Crafts
• Silly Science Live Demos
• Silly Story Time
• A Mini Bounce House
• Spooky Critter Zoo
• A Costume Parade
• Snacks and Sweet Trick-or-Treats

All Silly Science Carnival activities will be located in the museum and the Exhibit Hall and are included with standard museum admission. $8 for Adults and $6.50 for children (3-12) and Seniors (60+). Children 2 & under are free with an adult. Tickets to the Silly Science Carnival also include full museum admission. The Silly Science Carnival is only recommended for families with children preschool aged children, up to age 5. No scary costumes please! For more information, the public may call 806-745-2525 ext. 234 or visit www.sciencespectrum.org. Science Spectrum Museum, 2579 S. Loop 289, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

FRIDAY Only

October 30….Spooky Science Carnival - One of Lubbock’s largest annual Halloween events, the Spooky Science Carnival at the Science Spectrum, is back again for another exciting year of “spooky, not scary”, safe family fun! The Science Spectrum has long built a tradition of providing great family oriented informal science education and looks forward each year to the fun that Halloween can bring in continuing to explore science with the public. Locally, there is also a great need for safe alternatives to traditional trick-or-treating and “scarier” haunted houses geared for older ages. The Spooky Science Carnival has become the perfect fit for both needsThis event is great for families and kids up to age 14 looking for a safe Halloween alternative and a fun, educational party all rolled into one. This year’s Spooky Science Carnival will include;

• Free trick-or-treating in the Lobby
• Carnival Style Games with guaranteed prizes
• Inflatable Bounce House, Obstacle Course, and a Giant Slide
• A Magic Show featuring The Magic of Montgomery.
• Spooky Scientist Show
• Family and Kids Costume Contests
• Hands-on Spooky Science Lab Experiments
• “Spooky not Scary” Haunted House! (geared for ages 12 and under)
• Spooky Science Crafts
• Visitors can tour the entire Science Spectrum Museum.

Schedule for Spooky Science Carnival:

5:00 pm - Carnival, Games and Museum open to the public.
5:30 pm – Spooky Scientist Show
6:00 pm – Magic Show
6:30 pm – Spooky Scientist Show (repeat)
7:00 pm – Family & Kids Costume Contests
7:30 pm – Spooky Scientist Show (repeat)
8:00 pm – Magic Show (repeat)
8:30 pm – Spooky Scientist Show (repeat)
9:00 pm – Carnival ends

Admission to the Spooky Science Carnival is included with a regular museum ticket of $8.00 for adults and $6.50 for kids (ages 3 to 12) and seniors (ages 60+). The Spooky Science Carnival is recommended for families with children up to age 14. No scary costumes please! For more info. the public may call 806-745-2525 or visit www.sciencespectrum.org. Science Spectrum Museum, 2579 S. Loop 289, 5 to 9 p.m.

October 30….5th Friday Slaton on the Square - Come out for an enjoyable evening on an old fashioned downtown square! There will be lots of art, antiques, miniature railroading, quilting, baked goods, street vendors, music and more. Bring your Christmas list and get a head start on your gift shopping. Stop by Multiplicity Art Gallery for original, one-of-a-kind gifts in all price ranges from local artists. Buy goodies from the Slaton Bakery. Quilting supplies from Quilts -N More. Watch model trains travel through our West Texas landscape at the Model Railroad Studio. Buy antiques from the Town Square Antique Mall. Visit the Slaton Museum. Enjoy the artwork at V2 Art Gallery, In-Between Art Gallery and Waters South Art Gallery. And of course, the street vendors of all types will be happy to sell you their wares. Slaton, TX; 6 – 9 p.m.

October 30….Free and Safe Trick or Treat Alternative - Youth of all ages are invited to our Safe, free Trunk or Treat event including hot dogs, games, costume prizes, bounce house and lots of candy. The Phea Boys and Girls Club, 1801 E. 24th St; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

October 30….University Symphony Orchestra Halloween Hauntcert - The Texas Tech University Symphony Orchestra presents its annual Halloween “Hauntcert.” Music will be performed from “Phantom of the Opera,” “Wicked,” “The Planets,” “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” and other orchestra pieces, including the world premiere of “Merlin-Halloween Special” by William Linthicum-Blackhorse. Conductors are David E. Becker and Ross T. Ipsen. Winners of the Halloween costume contest will guest conduct a march with the orchestra during the concert. Before the concert, children and adults have the opportunity to listen, touch and play the orchestra instruments in the Instrument Petting Zoo, led by orchestra musicians from 6 – 6:45. Additionally, students from the TTU String Project will perform prior to the concert from 6:30 – 6:50. The concert is open to the public, and admission is free. Hemmle Recital Hall, Texas Tech School of Music; 7 p.m.

October 30….Procesión - The Buddy Holly Center annually participates in Lubbock's citywide observance of the Mexican holiday, Día de los Muertos, by hosting Procesión with the TTU International Cultural Center, TTU School of Art and the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts. This is for all ages and admission is free. For more information call 806.775.3562. Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave; 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

October 30….Tribute to Garth Brooks & Reba McEntire - The 80’s brought us a new style of country music….”Prime Country.” The radio cranked out hit after hit every day with new artists. But NOTHING compared to the raw energy and the incredible stage show Garth Brooks and Reba McEntire brought to the industry. You’ll love the state-of-the-art sound and lighting show, and the powerful songs these two artists brought to country radio in the 1980s. With Jason Fellers, Amber Pennington and many more singing your favorite songs from these two artists, you’ll take a trip down memory lane, and feel like you were seeing these artists for the first time! This is the last scheduled performance of this show, so get your tickets now! Please contact the box office at 806-762-3233 to reserve tickets. Reserved seating. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Only

October 31….Día de los Muertos - Come celebrate Día de los Muertos! Decorate sugar skulls and make macaroni skeletons in this fun and engaging workshop. Bring the whole family and learn about this traditional Mexican holiday! This event is designed for all ages and cost is $7.00. For more information, call 806.775.3562. Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

October 31...Big XII College Football: Texas Tech vs Oklahoma State - The hometown Red Raiders return home to battle the undefeated Cowboys at the Jones. Drive of Champions at 4th and University Avenue; 2:30 p.m.

October 31….Tech Post-Game Patio Music & Cheers at the Cactus - Join us on the patio after the home Texas Tech football games for free live music and an open concession stand! Music starts immediately after the game! Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7 p.m.

SUNDAY Only

November 1….The Lubbock Heritage Society Program: “Canyon Suite: Mistake, Fiasco or Downright Fraud” - This program will be given by Jack Becker, co-author of “Georgia O’Keeffe in Texas: A Guide.” In 1987 just one year after artist Georgia O’Keeffe’s death, 28 previously unknown works of art attributed to O’Keeffe were “found” in a garage in Amarillo, TX. The watercolors, which became known as the Canyon Suite eventually sold for over $5 million. The story of their discovery, sale, resale and eventual return to the Santa Fe art dealer who named them the Canyon Suite is convoluted, illuminating, but offers a window into how the art world works. The presentation, “Canyon Suite: Mistake, Fiasco, or Downright Fraud,” delves into how the 28 watercolors became the talk of the art world in the late 80’s early 90’s. Southwest Collection Formby Room, Texas Tech Campus; 2 p.m.

Looking Ahead in the Calendar....

November 5…Lubbock Fun Club Singles "SOS" Monthly Dinner
November 6…First Friday Art Trail
November 6 - 7….Holiday Extravaganza
November 7….Saturdays at LHUCA: Baptiste Power Yoga
November 7....The Roundtable presents David Crews
November 11…Veteran’s Day at The Silent Wings Museum
November 13…New Neighbors Club Live & Silent Auction
November 13-14….Celebrity Attractions:“Say Goodnight Gracie”
November 14….Wire Tree Workshop
November 19 – December 10….Be A Santa To A Senior

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