March 6, 2008

TODAY!

March 6....SOS Singles Monthly Dinner - The group will meet at Cagle Steaks (4.5 miles west of Loop 289 on 4th Street). Everyone pays their own tab...no reservations necessary...just come meet a fun troop of Lubbock singles (generally age 45+) for a great meal and good times together. 7 p.m.

March 6....The Newsboys "Go Tour" - Contemporary Christian concert. Tickets range from $39.25, $32.00, $28.75; available at all Select-A-Seat locations throughout the area. City Bank Auditorium, 4th Street and Drive of Champions; 7:00 p.m.

March 6....EXCLUSIVE Lubbock Fun Club "Sneak Peek" Shopping at Cradles 2 Crayons Event. To attend, you must bring a PRINTED COPY OF THIS POSTCARD for entry. Raintree Christian Church, 3601 82nd Street (on 82nd between Indiana and Quaker Ave.) Come shop before the general public from 9 p.m. to midnite!

FRIDAY ONLY

March 7....Annual Mayor's Beans and Cornbread Luncheon - Benefit for Hospice of Lubbock where local media celebrities emcee the event and local officials and community leaders serve as wait staff and servers. Music provided by Don Caldwell and the Stars of the Cactus Theater. Tickets $10; Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Banquet Hall, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. Hours are 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Come and go).

March 7....First Friday Art Trail - Once again the galleries, studios, businesses and restaurants of downtown Lubbock and beyond will join together and open their doors for First Friday Art Trail, Lubbock’s monthly evening of art, music and food. Showcases fabulous works of art, much of which is created locally in the unique and inspiring galleries, studios, businesses and restaurants of downtown Lubbock and throughout our city. Click here for detailed listing of venues and trolley schedules. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

March 7....George Strait in Concert - SOLD OUT - The country music superstar returns with opening acts Little Big Town and Sarah Johns. United Spirit Arena, 1701 Indiana Ave.; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

March 7 and 8...Cradles 2 Crayons Bi-Annual Children's Consignment Sale - Come see the best in "gently used" children's clothing - Newborn to Pre-teen size, maternity wear, shoes, baby swings, bouncers, feeding/diapering supplies, nursery furniture and decor, outdoor playground equipment, books, videos, bicycles, toys and more. ***NOTE: Special exclusive shopping for Lubbock Fun Club members on Thursday evening March 6, from 9 p.m. - midnight. To enter the "sneak peek" shopping event on Thursday night, you must bring a printed copy of THIS postcard. For more info on the event, click on this link. Admission is free; Raintree Christian Church, 3601 82nd Street (on 82nd between Indiana and Quaker Ave.) Public sale 11 a.m.-8 p.m. on Friday; On March 8, take "half-off" most items from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

March 7 and 8...."Father’s Little Surprise" - Original play written by Jane Prince-Jones! If you enjoyed the Cactus Production of “Father of the Bride” you’ll love “Father’s Little Surprise”. Jane’s ability as a comedic actress is unparalleled and this writing debut will testify to her magnificent artistic depth. Fun and zaniness combine to offer a feel-good, family-friendly night of pure comedy. Starring Jane Prince-Jones, Mike Morgan, Cami Caldwell, James Cutreris, Madeline Powell, Sam Lindsey and Kurt Kiser as Franck’s brother “Hanck”. Reserved tickets $20.00; Cactus Theatre,1812 Buddy Holly Avenue. 8:00 p.m.

March 7 and 8....Lubbock Symphony Orchestra presents "The Many Faces of the Americas" - Continue the season's world tour with Tomasz Golka - conductor, Matthew Fuerst - composer, Peter Soave - bandoneon player with the Lubbock Youth Symphony Orchestra; Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, 8 p.m.

FRIDAY through SUNDAY

March 7, 8, 9...."On The Air" - Conceived and written by Peter Palame, with music by Neil Fishman and lyrics by Harvey Edelman, On The Air looks back to the 1940's with an emphasis on the war effort and commercial radio. Jokes abound throughout the fast-paced comedy. For more information and for ticket purchase call (806) 495-4005 or log on to www.garzatheatre.com; The Garza Theatre, 226 East Main, Post, TX. Evening performances Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m.; one matinee on Sunday at 2 p.m.

March 7, 8, 9...."Wonder of the World" - Staged by Lubbock Community Theatre. This wacky but genuine black comedy follows Cass, a disillusioned wife but determined believer in destiny, as she flees to Niagara Falls in a frantic search for the life she fears she missed out on. This hilarious but moving journey of self-discovery has Cass crossing paths with a variety of eccentric characters as she successfully checks items off her ludicrous list of “things to do in life” but still somehow leads her treacherously close to the water’s edge; The Boston Avenue Playhouse, 4230 Boston Ave, 8 p.m.Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays.

SATURDAY ONLY

March 8....Big XII Men's Basketball - Texas Tech Red Raiders vs.Baylor Bears. United Spirit Arena, 1701 Indiana Avenue. Tip-off is at 12:30 p.m.

SATURDAY and SUNDAY

March 8 - 9....Circus Gatti - Sponsored by the Lubbock Professional Fire Fighters Association. For more information call (877) 866-2386 or log on to www.circusgatti.net; City Bank Coliseum, 4th Street and Drive of Champions. Performances on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Sunday at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
SUNDAY ONLY

March 9....Lubbock Youth Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert - LYSO Spring Concert featuring Natalie Ham, flute. Contact the LYSO Office at 762-0460 for more information and to purchase tickets; Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, 3 p.m.


Vintage Township:
This isn’t a vacation.
It just feels like it.

Welcome to a whole new way of living — Vintage Township. Our little town-within-a-town is designed to recreate the communities of yesteryear which so wonderfully brought together people from all walks of life with a combination of big-city amenities and the small-town joys of fresh air and friendly neighbors. We’re happily on our way to becoming a 320-acre oasis made up of lovely tree-lined streets filled with beautiful homes of real character; numerous parks and green spaces; urban-style town centers with shopping and dining and even civic buildings such as a church, a fire station and a library; and, best of all, a community focus and a sense of tradition.

Welcome to a place where grandparents can live in a smaller home which is located just doors from their children and grandchildren, who are in a larger family home; a place where mothers with children close by and handicapped residents can safely maneuver our wide sidewalks and narrower streets. Welcome to a haven of friends who want to have fun at our cultural events and community activities.

Obviously, this is a place to really live, feel healthier, happier—even a bit more peaceful. And a bit like vacation. Actually, we simply call it living life better. We're located at south Quaker Avenue and 114th Street. Please come visit or call us at 771-1117. You can check us out on the web at VintageTownship.com
Our Newsboys Ticket Winners....

This week's ticket winners are K. Slover, C. Herring, and Jennifer Q. We hope you enjoy the show!

Wanna CRUISE ALASKA This July?

We're closing in on the deadline for persons interested in cruising with the Lubbock Fun Club as a group this summer! If you've always wanted to make the trek to experience the serene beauty of America's "last frontier"...this is the PERFECT opportunity. Click the graphic to the left for more info and plan to join the fun. We must have our bookings completed by March 15th...and that's just around the corner!

This Week's Ticket Giveaway....

We'll draw for two (2) pairs of tickets to the Cactus Theatre's production of "Father's Little Surprise" next Friday and Saturday night. To enter, type the words "Little Surprise" in the subject line of your e-mail and include your name and contact info...and send to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com. Because we have tickets for two different days, we need you to tell us which day is your PREFERENCE, if you win. We'll draw for the the winners on Sunday night so get your entry in today. Good luck as always!

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 more on these events and MORE

LOOKING AHEAD....

March 13....SOS Private Roller Skating Party - Lubbock Fun Club's very own singles group has rented the building for the night! Only $5 per person (includes skate rental). Be sure to bring your own water, tea, or soft drink! Roll Arena, 7340 19th Street. Event takes place 7-9 p.m.

March 15....Six Centennial Easter Egg Hunts - The event begins at 10:00 a.m. with free photos with the Easter Bunny for an hour...then at 11:00 a.m. stand back as sirens sound the start of Lubbock’s most spectacular Easter Egg Hunt in its 100-year history! Over 50,000 Easter eggs will be divided between the six sites with an additional ten golden eggs for each hunt. Located at six city parks and held simultaneously throughout the city at the sites listed below. In case of inclement weather, alternate sites have been arranged and an announcement will go out 24 hours in advance should the Easter egg hunts need to be moved indoors. Hodges Community Center in Clapp Park - 41st Street and University Avenue, Rawlings Community Center and Park - 213 40th Street, Simmons Community Center and Park - East 23rd Street and Oak Avenue, Maggie Trejo Supercenter in Rodgers Park - 3200 Amherst Street, Kastman Park (by the pavilion) – Joliet Avenue and South Loop 289, Legacy Play Village in McAlister Park at Milwaukee Avenue & Marsha Sharp Freeway, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

March 28....Ballet Lubbock 2nd Annual Gala: "Prelude to the Dance" - Join Ballet Lubbock as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Artistic Director Yvonne Racz! Gala tickets are available through Ballet Lubbock and all proceeds benefit our nonprofit programs, including scholarships, outreach classes, performances and more. Support these many worthy programs while dancing to the music of Element, and enjoy a performance by the Ballet Lubbock Company. Reservations strongly recommended; call Ballet Lubbock at 785-3090 for tickets. Underwood Center for the Arts, 511 Ave. K; 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

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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