January 12, 2017

FRIDAY Only

January 13….Cactus Tribute: Queen, ELO, David Bowie - The Cactus pays tribute to three of the most colorful acts in rock history as we salute the music of Queen, Electric Light Orchestra and David Bowie. Cactus favorites scheduled to perform include Bethany Longoria, Steven Shedd, Jeff Bailey and Amber Pennington. Get your tickets for this original music tour-de-force as we celebrate the musical magic of these three rock icons. Reserved floor seats $20; standard reserved balcony $15. Box office open daily 3:00-5:30 pm or call (806) 762-3233 or order online at cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue: Doors at 7:00; show at 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY through SUNDAY

January 13 – 15….Moonlight Broadway Presents: “Tarzan” – The 2016-17 Moonlight Broadway season is proud to present the high-flying musical, TARZAN® swinging onto the stage of the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre. TARZAN® is based on the Disney film and features all of the popular Phil Collins songs from it, as well as many new ones written by Collins for the stage version. Adapted from the 1914 story “Tarzan of the Apes” by Edgar Rice Burroughs, this Moonlight Broadway production is a classic-with-a-twist. TARZAN tells the story of a young human boy (Tarzan) raised in the jungle by a tribe of gorillas after his parents are killed. Never quite fitting in with the tribe, Tarzan is very intrigued by the similarities he discovers between himself and a young naturalist (Jane) he rescues in the jungle. Soon, Tarzan’s loyalties to his gorilla family and the attraction he feels for Jane are tested as he realizes he must choose between the life he has known and a future with Jane. For tickets call Select – A – Seat at 806-770-2000. For additional information see: LubbockMoonlightMusicals.org/Upcoming-Shows/. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre, 1501 Mac Davis Ln. Times: Friday, Jan 13 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 14 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 15 at 2 p.m.
SATURDAY Only

January 14….The Roundtable presents: Andy Wilson - Director of Strategic Business Development at X-Fab: "The Silicon Carbide Prairie-Emerging Technologies on the South Plains" - 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 the convergence of Boston and Newcomb Ave. 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 about11:50 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 14….Saturday Lectures at LHUCA: The Life and Art of Renoir with Christian Conrad - Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919): An artist closely associated with the Impressionists, Pierre-Auguste Renoir was one of the founding members of this movement. Born into poverty Renoir would become a household name due to his beautiful and vibrant depictions of everyday life. Renoir’s work can also be seen as the transition from the accessible works of such artists as Peter Paul Rubens and Eduard Manet into a more contemporary vision. Join us as we examine Renoir’s art in addition to his close relationships with many of the other important artists of his time. Saturday Lectures at LHUCA is an informal conversation over the life and work of contemporary artists. It’s a stress-free opportunity to examine the art and ideas that underlie much of the modern art world. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions and join the conversation. This event is free to the public. Join us for coffee and donuts! LHUCA, 511 Avenue K; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

January 14....Family Film Classic: "The Wizard of Oz" - Beloved by generation of kids and adults alike, this classic is a 1939 American musical comedy-drama fantasy film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and the most well-known and commercially successful adaptation based on the 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. The film stars Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale. The co-stars are Ray Bolger, Jack Haley, Bert Lahr, Frank Morgan, Billie Burke, and Margaret Hamilton, with Charley Grapewin, Pat Walshe andClara Blandick, Terry the dog (billed as Toto), and the Singer Midgets as the Munchkins. Notable for its use of Technicolor, fantasy storytelling, musical score, and unusual characters, over the years, it has become an icon of American popular culture. It was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, but lost to Gone with the Wind. It did win in two other categories, including Best Original Song for "Over the Rainbow" and Best Original Score by Herbert Stothart. The Wizard of Oz is often ranked on best-movie lists in critics' and public polls. It is the source of many quotes referenced in modern popular culture. It was directed primarily by Victor Fleming (who left production to take over direction on the troubled "Gone with the Wind" production). Noel Langley, Florence Ryerson and Edgar Allan Woolf received credit for the screenplay, but uncredited contributions were made by others. The songs were written by Edgar "Yip" Harburg (lyrics) and Harold Arlen (music). Purchase regular price tickets online at cactustheater.com or see special offer below:

SPECIAL OFFER for FUN CLUB READERS:
Get 2-for-1 Tickets to either "Oz" showing!

Tickets regularly priced at $7 for all ages...and all seats are reserved (meaning you pick your exact seats) when ordering. To receive this special 2-for-1 offer, call or go by the box office Thursday or Friday between 3:00-5:30 pm or starting 1:00 pm on Saturday for the 2 pm show or 6:30 pm for the 7:30 show - or call (806) 762-3233 and mention this special offer to receive the discount. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave. Two shows: 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Community Spotlight:
Maxey and Hodges Community Centers Offer Activities

The City of Lubbock Parks and Recreation department has so much to offer the community. Two community centers, in particular - Maxey, located at 4020 30th St., - and Hodges, located at 4011 University - offer affordable, fun classes, meetings and special events for both adults and kids. Children’s classes include arts and crafts, ballet, cheer, gymnastics, Lego robotics, Mom and me, music, sports, camps and more. For more information call Maxey Community Center at (806) 767-3796 or Hodges Community Center at 806) 767-3706. Register for classes online at www.playlubbock.com
Looking Ahead in the Calendar....

January 20....Traditonal Country: Daryle Singletary - Live
January 21….The Roundtable presents: Bart Reagor
January 21….Lectures at LHUCA: Life & Art of Bazille/Sisley
January 21....Tribute to the Ladies of Country Music
January 28….The Roundtable presents: Tibor Nagy
January 28....Western Swing! Billy Mata/Jason Roberts
January 29….The Lubbock Heritage Society Annual Meeting

Many more UPCOMING FUN THINGS TO DO are listed on our website...lots further out than the weekly postcard. Click here to go to our CALENDAR OF EVENTS for more info on these activites and MORE>

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