January 21, 2016

THURSDAY Only

January 21….Junior's Listening Room presents: Nashville Songwriter Matt Mason - When's the last time you heard a REALl country singer...who also happens to write his own songs? The winner of CMT’s :Next Superstar" from a few seasons ago, Matt Mason is the real deal. Come enjoy an intimate evening of carefully crafted songs sung by one of the freshest voices in Music City. Click here for a sample video of Matt's talent. Doors open at 6 with a food truck and music starts at 6:45 with Ginger and The Alchemists opening. $10 cover. CapRock Winery, 408 E. Woodrow Road.

January 21….Traveling Red River Songwriters Tour - LHUCA is pleased to present The Traveling Red River Song Writers Tour featuring: Josh Grider, Walt Wilkins, Susan Gibson, Drew Kennedy, Kelley Mickwee and Brandy Zdan. Each January, this talented group of song writers gather in Red River, New Mexico for a three day festival. As they make their way from central Texas to New Mexico, they stop in selected markets along the way to showcase a night of pure singer/songwriter pleasure. LHUCA is thrilled to be one of those selected venues! Join us for a fantastic night of music! Tickets $20. Call 806-762-8606 for more information. Seating will be limited. Cash bar will be available. LHUCA Firehouse Theatre, 511 Ave K. Doors at 6:30, show at 7:30.

FRIDAY Only

January 22….Cactus Theater presents: Willis Alan Ramsey - Over 40 years after the release of his wildly influential self-titled album on Leon Russell’s seminal Shelter Records, Willis Alan Ramsey returns to touring in advance of a long-anticipated follow-up. Ramsey’s debut in 1972 earned scores of accolades from artists ranging from The Allman Brothers to Shawn Colvin. The album was mined by many artists for their own projects and performances, including Jimmy Buffett (“Ballad of Spider John”), Jimmie Dale Gilmore (“Goodbye Old Missoula”), Captain & Tennille (“Muskrat Love/Candlelight”), Jerry Jeff Walker (“Northeast Texas Women”), Waylon Jennings (“Satin Sheets”), New Grass Revival (“Watermelon Man”), and many more. Many of his other songs have received major critical acclaim, including Lyle Lovett’s recordings of “Sleepwalkin’ ” , “North Dakota” and “That’s Right (You’re Not From Texas)”, cowritten with his wife, Alison Rogers, as well as Eric Clapton’s recording of Willis’ “Positively”. “His cozy, orderly, tiny-detail songs express a willful turnabout from hippie chaos, a visceral reaction particular to the early 1970s,” wrote Ben Ratliff for The New York Times. “His songs are sweet, emotionally guarded and often musically complex, fitting strains of melody together that seem as if they ought not connect, expertly using rhythmic displacement as the words and chords unspool…. Perfection is terrifying, and some of these songs felt spooky.” “I learned every song off his record. I went to see him every time he played, got tennis shoes like his. I wanted to be Willis Alan Ramsey.”—Lyle Lovett. Please contact the box office at 806-762-3233 to reserve tickets. Reserved seating. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 8 p.m.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

January 22 - 23….Lubbock Symphony Orchestra 2016 Season: Classical Series “Nuevo Mundo” - Join Lubbock’s own classical guitarist David Brandon as we travel to sunny Spain. The playful and exotic tunes of De Falla and Rodrigo will have you dancing in the aisles all the way back to America for Dvorák’s stunning New World Symphony. Dvorák captures the essence of the American spirit which inspired American composers for generations to come. For more information and to reserve tickets please visit lubbocksymphonyorchestra.org. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Only

January 23....The Roundtable presents Ambassador Tibor Nagy, Vice Provost for International Affairs : "The World in 2016....If you thought 2015 was bad, just wait!" (Re-scheduled from January 9th) - Our luncheons are held at Hillcrest Country Club 4011 N Boston Ave, Lubbock. North on University past State Living Facility to Newcomb, left for about 4 blocks and you will come to the entrance of the Hillcrest Country Club at Boston and Newcomb. Meeting Format: People arrive about 11 a.m. to start registering, pay for lunch and some socializing. Food service starts at 11:15 followed by introductions and announcements at 11:30. The speaker will start about 11:50 and be finished with the program and questions from the audience by 1 p.m. The public is invited. Lunch/attendance is fifteen dollars ($15) per person. Limited menu includes beverage and dessert. There are no membership fees or dues associated with attending the functions. Any extra monies that you would like to contribute will go towards the speakers lunch and towards our Honors College Scholarship fund at Tech. Our Saturday luncheons are a great way to (1) learn more about current global/US/Texas/Lubbock issues and events, (2) meet other people in area who may become lifetime friends (3) feel more at home in Lubbock. Most wear business or business-casual attire. No RSVP is necessary. Show up whenever your schedule allows, feel free to bring a guest(s) and email this invitation to anyone you think might be interested. For more information email Marie Evans at this address: mevans1398@aol.com.

January 23….Cactus Theater presents: A Tribute to Journey - Journey was and still is undoubtedly the #1 Arena Rock act in the world. With Steve Perry's incendiary vocal performances and Neal Schon's blistering guitar work, music was made that will forever live in our hearts. Join the Cactus All Stars in a FULL night of Journey's greatest hits! From "Separate Ways" to "Open Arms" and "Faithfully", you'll love every moment of this VERY special concert! Join Dustin and the Rhythm Machine, along with your favorite Cactus performers, for a tribute you'll be wanting to see over and over again. Please contact the box office at 806-762-3233 to reserve tickets. Reserved seating. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY and SUNDAY

January 23 – 24….Christ in the Arts presents: “PERCEPTION…another way to SEE” - Join Christ in the Arts for this year’s Winter Performance featuring more than 125 local dancers & partners of all ages. CITA artists will fill the stage with stunning dramatic dance choreography that powerfully depicts the personal transformation that can come from viewing life’s events and experiences through the eyes of ultimate love and purpose. This is CITA’s only annual performance that includes all dance levels, providing the opportunity to enjoy both the playful learning of younger dancers, as well as the skillful elegance of the advanced Company artists. Tickets are now on sale via www.itickets.com by clicking HERE - and all seats are reserved: $10 for adults and $5 for children. Cooper Performing Arts Center, 16302 493 Loop; Saturday: 7 p.m., Sunday: 3 p.m.

SUNDAY Only

January 24….Lubbock Bridal Show - Showcase Productions is excited to bring the best and most diverse group of wedding professionals to make wedding days truly special. From cakes to flowers, wedding planners to entertainment and everything in between, the 2016 Bridal Showcase will have something to offer each and every bride! Over 100 participating vendors, $15,000 in prizes and gift certificates, a free honeymoon, and the return of the bridal style show! Sponsored by Music to the Maxx and A Night to Remember. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 1 - 5:30 p.m.

Looking Ahead in the Calendar...

January 29 - 30….Relentless: Marriage and Family Conference
January 29 - 30….Celebrity Attractions presents “Annie"
January 30….The Roundtable presents: Eric Thomas

Buddy Holly Center: Amazing Photography Exhibit Thru Feb 6

January through February 5…. Buddy Holly Center Exhibition: Don Carpenter: Crossing the Liquid Divide - Lubbock artist Don Carpenter will showcase a selection of his photography from underwater locations around the world. The images feature sharks, whales, manatees and sea lions as well as fashion photography taken in swimming pools. Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave.

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