January 28, 2016

THURSDAY Only

January 28….Junior's Listening Room presents: Jenni Dale Lord, Jere Lowe and Steve Fillipp - Come on out to the amazing CapRock Winery to hear these three talented local musicians share their special gifts. Food truck at 6 p.m...music starts at 6:30 p.m.

FRIDAY Only

January 29….5th Friday Slaton on the Square - Come out and experience an old fashioned night on the town in downtown Slaton! The Town Square Antique Mall and Museum, the Model Railroad Studio, the Slaton Bakery, Quilts 'n More, and the Art Galleries will be open and ready to greet you! Multiplicity Art Gallery will be featuring beautiful new paintings by Marsha Davis. Marsha will be available to share the inspiration for each of her paintings. Local and area artists will be available to meet you! Judy Robertson's fused glass and mixed media works, Cecily Maples' pottery and porcelain jewelry; Roger Holmes', Wayne Greene and Tom Hicks' pottery; Yvonne Greene's drawings; Donna Rose, Christena Stephens, Willa Finley and Jerry Thompson's photography; Jennifer Greer's paper pattern pottery; Susan Sheets' oil paintings; and Ruth Shamblin's jewelry. Plus we will have Valentine cards and cute gifts for that special someone. The In Between Art Gallery will be featuring the artwork of Jenae Fleming, Annique Dentino, Amber Huckabee, Ashlea McCleskey, Kayla Crow, Mary Benavides, Carolina Arellanos, Kristi Kristinek, Ashley Busby, Skip Crawford, Linda Crawford, Ghislaine Fremont, Coree Devore, Yulia Makarova, and others. Questions? Carol 281-507-5062. Slaton, Texas. Event runs from 6 – 9 p.m.

January 29….Cactus Theater presents: Step Back In Time: A Tribute to the Music of the '50s, '60s and '70s - These three decades of music will never die! This music has created the mold for most modern music loved throughout the world today. The stars of the Cactus Theater will present the big hits these generations of music produced with such expertise… you won’t believe your ears! From Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis, to the Beatles and Aretha Franklin and onto the Eagles and Journey: you’ll hear a selection of hits that will take you back to those wonderful years as if you were there! Please contact the box office at 806-762-3233 to reserve tickets. Reserved seating. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

January 29 - 30….Relentless 2016 Marriage and Family Conference – Please join this free, 2-day event featuring best selling author Dr. Kevin Lehman. On day one, Dr. Lehman will discuss marriage and understanding the man or woman in your life. It will take place from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. with live music and appetizers. On day two, Dr. Lehman will discuss parenting especially parenting the powerful child from 9 a.m.- noon. Live music and a light breakfast will be included. Childcare will be provided at $5.00 per child (maximum of $15.00 per family). Rock City Event Center, 5911 – 4 th Street.

January 29 - 30….Celebrity Attractions presents “Annie” - "Leapin' lizards!" The world's best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. Directed by original lyricist and director Martin Charnin and choreographed by Liza Gennaro, this production of ANNIE will be a brand new incarnation of the iconic original. Featuring book and score by Tony® Award-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, ANNIE includes such unforgettable songs as "It's the Hard Knock Life," "Easy Street,"' "I Don't Need Anything But You," plus the eternal anthem of optimism, "Tomorrow." To reserve tickets call Select - A- Seat at (806) 770-2000 or visit http://www.ticketsage.com/. City Bank Auditorium, 2720 Drive of Champions; Friday 7:30 p.m. and Saturday: 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Only

January 30....The Roundtable presents: Eric Strong, Roots Historical Arts Council: Transforming East Lubbock Utilizing Arts & Culture (Re-scheduled from January 23rd) - 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 30….Cactus Theater presents: Cory Morrow - Happiness just comes naturally to Cory Morrow. With his rollicking, soulful, feel-good Texas country he has made thousands of people jump on table tops, shimmy scream, and suspend worries for almost two decades, like a honky-tonk pied piper - and he shows no signs of stopping. Join the Cactus Theater as we welcome Cory Morrow to the stage! Please contact the box office at 806-762-3233 to reserve tickets. Reserved seating. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 8 p.m.


Looking Ahead in the Calendar...

February 1… Monday Night Magic: Musical Theater Class
February 2….Valentines for Veterans
February 5, 6….Friends of the Library Sale
February 6….Children’s Dental Health Fair
February 9…. LSO: Winter Chamber L’Histoire du Soldat
February 11….8th Annual Laugh For the Cure
February 12….New Neighbors Luncheon
February 12-14….Moonlight Musicals: The Little Mermaid
February 12-14…LCT: “Ruthless! The Musical”

Community Spotlight:
Theater Class Allows Kids to Shine;
Volunteer for Veterans' Valentines!

February 1… Monday Night Magic: Musical Theater Class - Do you have a talented kid who loves to act, sing and dance?? Time to put them on stage and watch them shine! Monday Night Magic is the perfect place! This fun class is a great way to get started in Acting, Singing and Dance or a low commitment if your student loves to perform but just doesn't have the time for a full show! The class meets once a week on Mondays 5:30-7:00 for twelve weeks. At the end of the semester, students will perform a short musical. Everyone is guaranteed a part! All classes meet at All Saints Episcopal School's state of the art Black Box Theater. Register online at www.hubperformingartsschool.com

Opportunity to Volunteer

February 2….Valentines for Veterans - We will be gathering to socialize with other volunteers and those who would like to make a Valentine card for a veteran or hospice patient are welcome to. Materials will be provided as well as light refreshments. Please RSVP to: Katherine McLamore, Gentiva Hospice Manager of Volunteer Services at this email address: katherine.mcLamore@gentiva.com or call 806-831-1664. Valentines will be delivered to hospice patients and to Veterans at the VA Clinic and Vet Center in Lubbock. Gentiva Hospice, 3223 S. Loop 289, Suite 318 (Pyramid Plaza, 3rd Floor); 2 – 4 p.m.

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