February 12, 2009


TODAY ONLY

February 12….SOS Singles Bowling Event - All area singles are invited for a night of bowling and fun at South Plains Bowl, 5150 69th St. Bowling will commence at 7 p.m. but arrive at 6:30 p.m. to get your ball and shoes. Cost is $8.65 per person (please bring correct change). For more about this event, email the singles coordinator at: Jeannford@yahoo.com

FRIDAY ONLY

February 13….Catholic Family Service’s 4th Annual Chili Luncheon – Warm your heart and fill your tummy with chili, cornbread, tea, and dessert. Proceeds to benefit child abuse programs. Cost is $5. Door prize to be given away during the event. St. Elizabeth’s Parish Hall, 2305 Main; 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

February 13….Lubbock Lights Gala – The annual scholarship benefit for Wayland Baptist University. Entertainment by Doctors in Concert. Emceed by Marsha Sharp, 1974 graduate. Help celebrate Wayland’s centennial and impact students with this gala event. Event is semi formal, business attire. For more info call Dr. Kent Brooks at (806)535-2827. Lubbock Country Club, 3400 Mesa Road; 6:30 p.m.- reception, 7 p.m.- dinner, program and live auction.

February 13….Patricia Vonne in Concert - Patricia Vonne, a bilingual songstress who has the ability to deliver a perfect balance of Tex-Mex and roots-rock with strength, purpose and femininity is stepping onto the Cactus stage once again. Austin’s powerhouse has absorbed about every native musical style Texas has to offer. Don’t miss this Latin flame as she fuels the stage into a rockabilly fireball! Tickets $20. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

February 13-14….”Wee Care” – A comedy for the whole family written by William Payne and directed by Peter Contreras II. Lance Lott, owner of "Lancelot's Tots" Daycare, must contend with telemarketers, feuding friends, and his mother, all while struggling to maintain his business and his sanity. Adults: $10.00 and children/seniors/students: $8.00. For more information call 792-0501. C.A.T.S. Playhouse, 2405 34th Street; 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY ONLY

February 14….Greyhound Meet and Greet - The adoption group “A Place for Us Greyhounds” would like to call attention to their "meet and greet" on Valentine’s Day. Greyhounds make wonderful, loving pets—so why not adopt a sweetheart of a dog? Volunteers will be available to answer questions about the breed and discuss the group’s adoption procedure. If you’ve never met a greyhound, here’s your chance to meet many of them as area owners love the chance to show off their dogs and explain why they adore them! Dogs in foster care awaiting adoption will be on hand. The contact person for the group is Linda Dunn and her phone number is 806-787-8530. Visit the group’s website at www.aplaceforusgreyhounds.org. PetSmart West, 6046 Brownfield Highway; 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

February 14….Valentine Deluxe Evening Helicopter Tour - Dinner at beautiful LakeRidge Country Club following a romantic helicopter champagne flight with the one you love. SkyView Helicopters will pick you up and deliver you to your own private helicopter, serenade you over Lubbock with champagne and romantic music and deliver you back at the Country Club with the celebrity status you deserve. You will dine in luxury then be swept away in a chariot-ride back home. It's an all-inclusive evening you won’t forget! Limited reservations available. Book today to guarantee Valentine's Day & weekend at 806-712-1333 or go to www.SkyViewHelicopters.net. $675.00 per couple. LakeRidge Country Club; 8802 Vicksburg.

February 14….David Gaschen Sings Songs of Love - This Valentine’s Day, Cupid is alive and well at the Cactus Theater. Treat your sweetie to a romantic evening of love songs sung by the incomparable David Gaschen. You will want to share this special night with someone you love, so get your tickets early; romance is in the air! Tickets are $30. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; two shows: 3 p.m. matinee (recently added) and original evening show 7:30 p.m.

February 14….Second Saturday at the Arboretum – Free program held and sponsored by the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum. Learn about plants, gardening and more each month. Please call 797-4520 for information. Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, 4111 University Avenue; Refreshments served at 9:30 a.m.; program at 10 a.m.

February 14…."Blame It On Valentine, Texas" – West Texas native and Broadway comedian, author and four-time Tony Award nominee, Jaston Williams, of Greater Tuna fame, will present his new one-man show as a fundraiser benefiting Lubbock Community Theater. LCT is honored to host Williams who also will teach two related events in Lubbock over Valentine’s weekend. The first, an Acting Workshop meets Friday, Feb 13th from 2 p.m.- 5 p.m. on the campus of Texas Tech University. Williams will also teach a Writers Workshop from 9 a.m.- noon on Saturday, Feb 14th at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. A private pre-performance event at 6:30 p.m. in the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center features wine and hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to meet and greet Williams. For information on registration and the curriculum content for the Writers or Action Workshops, or on the 8 p.m. performance contact Jay Brown at (806) 749-2416. Taught by Williams, each workshop will be offered only once, and registration fees of $25 per class apply. Tickets for the "meet and greet" plus “Blame It On Valentine,Texas” are $35, available exclusively at Select-A-Seat outlets or by calling 1-800-735-1288. Tickets to the performance only are $20. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theater, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 8 p.m.

SATURDAY and SUNDAY

February 14-15….Friends of the Library Book Lovers Sale - Sale includes books, tapes, CDs and videos including better books. All books ½ price. Mahon Library basement, 1306 9th Street; Hours for the event are Saturday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Sunday1 p.m.- 4 p.m.

Last Week's Ticket Winner....

The winner of the Rat Pack tickets was Earlene B.

The question: Which member of the Rat Pack scored a major hit with the song "It Was a Very Good Year" late in his career?

Answer: Frank Sinatra
Once More...This Preview Doubles as Our Weekly Ticket Prize!



THE RAT PACK IS BACK recreates one of the famous “Summit at the Sands” hotel shows, when the swingin,’ ring-a-ding group known as the “Rat Pack” was creating hipster legend with a free-wheeling, no-holds-barred nightclub act starring Vegas’ four favorite sons: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin and Joey Bishop. Written and produced by Sandy Hackett, son of legendary comedian Buddy Hackett, THE RAT PACK IS BACK features uncanny vocal recreations, unbridled humor, and a hot, live big band that sends audiences straight back to the coolest time in history. Hits include “That’s Amore,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” “Mr. Bojangles,” and many more. See why The Las Vegas Sun writes, “This is as close as anyone has come to capturing the feeling of the real thing,” and the Chicago Tribune raves, “Excellent!”

February 19-21 at City Bank Auditorium, welcomed by KOOL 98
For tickets click here or call 770-2000 today!

For this week's drawing, we will award one pair of tickets for opening night, February 19 at 7:30 p.m. To enter the drawing for these tickets, submit your answer to the following trivia question to us no later than this Sunday night at midnight.

The question: Which member of the Rat Pack starred in the western movie "The Sons of Katie Elder" along with John Wayne?

Send your email to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com with the words "Rat Pack #2" in the subject line. In the body of your email, provide your answer along with your contact info including daytime phone number where we can reach you. We'll draw from all correct entries submitted. "Good luck!"

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Come hear the experts discuss home buying basics Tuesday, February 24, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Betenbough Homes, 6305 82nd. Guests will be addressed by representatives from Betenbough Homes, Lubbock Housing Finance Corporation and City Bank Mortgage...and enjoy a free dinner compliments of Betenbough Homes. Space is limited and reservations are requested. Reserve your spot today by calling 806.797.9494 or e- mail: rsvp@betenbough.com

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LOOKING AHEAD....

February 24….Lubbock Meals on Wheels 10th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration - This spectacular event will include thirty-five food booths (with selections from your favorite local restaurants), live jazz music by the Shinn/Turner Dixieland Band, a large silent auction, cash bars, plus a variety of activities and prizes. Colorful masks and beads will be available to make the evening even more festive. Everyone will also enjoy entertainment such as dancers, clowns, magicians, jugglers and flamboyant decorations in the official colors of purple, green, and gold. The expanded children’s area includes bouncers, face and hair painting, and several games and activities to keep the kids entertained. The French Market will feature trendy shirts, fragrances, jewelry, and authentic Louisiana treats such as chicory coffee and hurricane mix. Event tickets are $30 for adults, $10 for children under 12 and can be purchased in advance at Lubbock Meals on Wheels, any Select-A-Seat location (service charge applies) or for $35 at the door. Cash, checks, or credit cards are accepted and tickets can be mailed. New this year: benefit drawing for a trip to Inn of the Mountain Gods in Ruidoso, New Mexico ($500 gift certificate to use toward rooms, dining, golf, or gaming). Drawing tickets are $25 each and only 250 will be sold. Drawing will be held at the event but you need not be present to win. Enjoy a fantastic and fun evening and support a great program that feeds the homebound community. For more information, please call Lubbock Meals on Wheels at 792-7971. Civic Center Exhibit Hall, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

March 6-7….Lubbock Symphony Orchestra’s Production of “Bruckner: Grandfather of Film Music” – Every daring, ponderous, and heartbreaking scene of film is enhanced by the profound emotions music evokes. Join the LSO in an exploration of some of the great epic movie scores of our time. Then, hear the powerfully heroic yet nuanced expression of the man who influenced it all, Anton Bruckner. Featuring selections from Lawrence of Arabia, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, The Lord of the Rings, Batman, Ben Hur, and Symphony No. 6. For more information and tickets call 806-762-1688 or visit www.lubbocksymphony.org. Lubbock Civic Center Theater, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 8 p.m.

February 23….David Copperfield - Hailed by audiences and critics alike as the greatest illusionist of our time. Tickets are now available through all Select-A-Seat locations. City Bank Auditorium, 2720 Drive of Champions; 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

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