April 8, 2010

THURSDAY

April 8…. Moody Planetarium Show – This special laser double feature will include: Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" and "The Wall." Ticketed event; call for reservations at 806.742.2443. (Advanced tickets…$8.30; At the door…$10). Moody Planetarium, 4th and Indiana; 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.

THURSDAY through SATURDAY

April 8–10….The Friends of Wolfforth Library Book Sale - The member preview will be April 8th from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Become a friend of the library on Friday, April 9th from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 10th from 10 a.m. - 4p.m. Preview the model railroad display on Saturday from 1 - 4 p.m. at the library. For more information call 806-866-9280. 508 E Highway 62/82, Wolfforth.

FRIDAY Only

April 9….New Neighbor's Club Meeting – All women are invited to hear the program "Remember When We Cooked" presented by Melinda Paxton and Christie Pare, home economists. They will demonstrate recipes and review their cookbook developed through the years when home economists promoted the use of electricity and electric appliances. Even if you have retired from cooking , you will be inspired to try some new things! For reservations please call Virginia Ringener at 797- 6478 or Mamie Hurt at 792-8541. Cost $13. Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway; 10:30 a.m.

April 9….Elton John and His Band in Concert - The pop-rock legend returns to the Hub City with his full band in tow. Tickets available at all Select-A-Seat locations. United Spirit Arena, 1701 Indiana Ave; 8:00 p.m.


FRIDAY and SATURDAY

April 9-10 (repeats April 16-17, 23-24)….C.A.T.S. Theatre Production: “Men are Dogs” - Doctor Cecelia Monahan is a family therapist who runs a support group for single and divorced women who are trying to come to grips with the way they are treated by the various men in their lives. One member of her group only dates police officers while another had a boyfriend who, unbeknownst to her, was a bank robber. As she listens to the complaints of her group her eavesdropping mother, who lives upstairs from her home office, constantly plagues with unwanted advice on everything from cooking to dating. Cecelia is not above employing some rather unorthodox methods in therapy. She hires a young bartender/actor to interact with her group. Role playing, however, can be quite dangerous in Dr. Monahan's group therapy as a hostile cadre of angry woman beats the unsuspecting bartender senseless. Written by Joe Simonelli and directed by Peter Contreras II. Adult subject matter, parental discretion is advised. Tickets: $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors. Call (806) 702-0501 for reservations. CATS Playhouse, 2405 34th St; doors open at 7 p.m. and performance at 7:30 p.m.

April 9-10…."Always Patsy Cline" - HELD OVER! More than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically in a plane crash in 1963, this production has a true Texas connection. The show is based on a true story about Cline’s (Terri Caldwell) friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger (Jane Prince Jones), who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in l961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death. The musical play, complete with down home country humor, true emotion and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy's unforgettable hits such as "Crazy", "I Fall to Pieces", "Sweet Dreams" and "Walkin' After Midnight"…22 songs in all! The show’s title was inspired by Cline's letters to Seger, which were consistently signed "Love ALWAYS... Patsy Cline.” Don’t miss your chance to experience Terri Caldwell’s beautiful rendition of Patsy Cline and Jane Prince Jones’ uncanny comical wit of Louise in this fabulously produced production! Only one weekend left! Get your tickets now! Tickets: $25. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY and SUNDAY

April 9-11….“The Rainmaker” - Set in a drought-ridden rural town in the West in Depression era America, the play tells the story of a pivotal hot summer day in the life of spinsterish Lizzie Curry. Lizzie keeps house for her father and two brothers on the family cattle ranch. As their farm languishes under the devastating drought, Lizzie's family worries about her marriage prospects more than their dying cattle. A charming confidence trickster named Starbuck arrives and promises to bring rain in exchange for $100. His arrival sets off a series of events which enable Lizzie to see herself in a new light. This Garza Theater production is written by N. Richard Nash and directed by Jay Young. Ticket Prices: Children (12 & under) - $ 8.00, student rate (with student id) - $10.00, senior rate (60 and above) - $10.00, military discount (with military id) - $10.00, group rate - $10.00. Call 806-495-4005 for info or visit www.garzatheatre.com. Garza Theatre, 226 E. Main, Post, TX; Friday & Saturday: 7:30; special Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. on April 11.

SATURDAY Only

April 10….Annual Apple Blossom Celebration - Apple Country invites the public to experience the aromatic splendor and blooming spectacle of 6,000 apple trees in their pink and white finery. Come take a hayride in the orchard and enjoy their famous apple pancakes and sausage to be served all day. The celebration will again benefit Meals on Wheels. For more information call 806-892-2961. Apple Country Hi Plains Orchards, 12206 E Hwy 62, Idalou, TX; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

April 10….The Downtown Art Market - Come on out and show your support for all the local artists and growers from right here in the Hubaplex. This market is an effort to unite artists of all genres, musicians, writers, potters, actors, painters, gardeners, chefs, cooks, singers, dancers, hackers, tinkerers, renewable energy gurus and philosophers ... to buy, sell, trade, talk... even teach their arts and skills in a communal space. It is a bright spot in beautiful downtown Lubbock. Come join in the fun! . For more information visit http://the-downtown-art-market.blogspot.com. Downtown Art Market, 1820 Buddy Holly Avenue; 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

April 10…. Lubbock Memorial Arboretum Second Saturday Program – The program for April is "Conservation of Rare Native Plants" by Dr. Jyotsna Sharma, TTU Asst. Professor of Environmental Horticulture. It should be very interesting and educational. Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, 4111 University Ave; Refreshments and coffee at 9:30 a.m.; program will begin at 10 a.m.

April 10….21st Annual Ragin’ Cajun - This annual event hosted by the Special Olympics is filled with great entertainment, live and silent auctions, souvenirs to buy and plenty of Louisiana-style food to eat. The traditional Cajun fare will include crawfish, crab, shrimp & sausage mixed with new potatoes, corn, onions in a blend of spicy Cajun spices. The band, Southern Conviction will supply toe tapping tunes to dine and dance by. Live and silent auctions go on throughout the evening. Great items such as sports memorabilia, trips, gift certificates to your favorite restaurants, jewelry and much more! The mission of Special Olympics Texas is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Volunteers can register at: http://a17rc10.eventbrite.com Lubbock City Bank Coliseum, 2720 Drive of Champions; 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

April 10….Lubbock Symphony Orchestra presents Comin' Home: Ralna English - A Lubbock native and one of America’s most gifted vocalists, Ralna English has dazzled audiences her entire life. You will hear jazz, pop, country, gospel and patriotic songs. Standard tickets range in price from $25-50; limited availability for $75 "meet and greet" package which includes premier concert ticket. Call 762-1688 for information and tickets. City Bank Auditorium, 2720 Drive of Champions; 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY

April 11….“Sleeping Beauty Tea” - The Ballet Lubbock Guild is putting on a “Sleeping Beauty Tea” designed for little girls that can’t or wouldn’t like to sit through a whole ballet. There will be refreshments, games, and a mini performance where the girls can meet “the fairy’s of the Sleeping Beauty.” If they wish, the girls can come dressed as a princess as they will be introduced on the red carpet. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door or by calling 785.3090. Lubbock Country Club, 3400 Mesa Rd; 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.

April 11….Memory Ride & Candlelight Vigil - Family Guidance & Outreach Center of Lubbock, a non-profit agency dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect, will host its annual Memory Ride and Candlelight Vigil in remembrance of the children of Texas who lost their lives as a result of abuse and neglect during 2009. All cars and motorcycles are welcome to gather at Mackenzie Park at 600 E. Broadway at 3:30 p.m. for a police-escorted Memory Ride, which will depart to First Church of the Nazarene at 4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Vigil and dinner provided by Fuddrucker's will be held at First Church of the Nazarene at 6110 Chicago Avenue at 5:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. For more info visit www.blueribbonrally.com or call Family Guidance & Outreach Center at 806-747-5577.

MONDAY

April 12….LFC Young Singles Monthly Dinner (Age Group: 30s/40s) – All singles in this age group are invited to come join the fun....and be sure to bring friends to share in a meal and a good time together. Dion's, 82nd Street (between Indiana and University on the south side); 6:30 pm.

Last Week's Ticket Winner....The winner of the family 4-pak to the Science Spectrum & Omni Theater was Donna G. of Lubbock. "Congratulations!"

"Kids' Fun Fair 2010"
Last Call for Vendor Spaces!

Kid’s Fun Fair 2010 allows business owners, parents and their kids the opportunity to learn about the services and products available in our community in a lively, energetic environment. Vendors who have participated in the past include pre-schools, camps, private schools, churches, children’s party entertainment services, health professionals and a variety of family-friendly businesses.

The fair will run from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on May 1 with entertainment in the form of clowns, children’s performance groups and will include some new surprises for those who've attended our events in the past!

Confirmed vendors thus far include: Bodyworks, Cookies By Design, Lubbock Karate, Hub Performing Arts, SPICE (Chess Club), The Bair Foundation, GAMES2U, Lubbock Lake Landmark, Main Event, Mathnasium, Griswold Special Care, YWCA, Dyslexia Correction Center, KTXT, Lubbock Parks and Recreation, Barbara Worth (Mary Kay), Seeking Sitters, Family Vision Center, Battlefield Live, Robert Spence Agency, La Bebe Cottage and Princess Tea Room, The Parenting Cottage, Lil' Footprints, Trinity Christian School, Whitewood Lanes, The Maize, Family Vision Center, Buddy Holly, Lubbock Lake Landmark, Jump N Jungle, Chick-fil-A, Coldstone Creamery, Elite Learning Academy, UMC Physician Network Services, MOPS, The Ice Cream Shoppe, Candlelight Press, and KAMY Radio....with more vendors coming on board every day! It will be one great event!

Prospective vendors may email info@lubbockfunclub.com for more information on how to participate in this exciting community event tailored especially for parents and kids of all ages!

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 even MORE fun things to do!

LOOKING AHEAD....

April 15…...........Schoolhouse Rock's Bob Dorough in Concert
April 15, 16, 17…Ballet Lubbock's “The Sleeping Beauty”
April 16-18…......32nd Annual Lubbock Arts Festival
April 24…..........12th Annual Blue Ribbon Rally Car & Bike Show
April 30, May 1…“Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles”

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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