November 25, 2010


"Have a Very Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!"

THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY

November 25 - 27….Final Days at the Maze - Looking for something fun to do with your family? - Come test your skills in the 12-acre cornfield full of twists and turns. This year’s design is a tribute to their 10 year anniversary. The Maize will give visitors the chance to see this startling creation. So come be a part of Lubbock’s very own cornfield maize. In addition to the maize, you will find roasted corn, BBQ, rock wall, pumpkin patches, corn cannon, hay bale mazes, barnyard, concession and tent area. Come enjoy hot chocolate and apple cider, campfires and smores. Special! Free tickets for the hayride to Pumpkin Hollow will be given with paid maze admission Thurs Fri and Sat night starting at 6 pm. Maize admission -$7 , non-maize admission - $4, (3 and under are free). Hayride, Corn Cannon, Cow Train-$1 each. For more information call James and Patti Simpson at 787-4222 or 787-4241or visit www.cornfieldmaze.com. From Shallowater: (2 miles East on FM 1294). From 4th and Frankford: (7 miles north on Frankford to FM 1294. Turn left and go ¾ of a mile). From I-27: (Take the Shallowater exit. Go 6.5 miles on FM 1294). Thursday, Nov 25th, Thanksgiving Day: 2 – 9 p.m. Friday, Nov 26th: 2 – 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov 27th Final Day 10 a.m.-.9.p.m. Last night for the hayride to Pumpkin Hollow!!!

FRIDAY Only

November 26….The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Show - It's like two shows in one as the Oak Ridge Boys kick off this big show with their world famous four-part harmonies and string of hits that spans 3 decades. Toes will be a tappin' to smash hits "Elvira" and "Bobbie Sue" plus many more award winning songs. Then, after a short intermission, the stage is transformed and it's Christmas! The trees are decorated, the snow is falling and the Oak Ridge Boys treat you to Christmas favorites as only they can. From rollicking Santa songs to heartfelt standards, this show is a family favorite for kicking off the holiday season and it finally comes to Lubbock! For tickets call Select-A-Seat at 770-2000. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

November 26 - 27......“Minnie’s Pearls” - Who could have ever dreamed that a country gal with a $1.98 price tag hanging from her straw hat would become the queen of country comedy? For 50 years, the character Sarah Cannon created in "Minnie Pearl" held her position on the Grand Ole Opry with her countrified comedy routines. In her decades of appearances at the Grand Ole Opry, Minnie crossed paths, befriended and inspired many, many female country artists. The Cactus Theater proudly presents Jane Prince Jones as Minnie Pearl and Terri Caldwell singing the hit songs of Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette and Reba McEntire, in their second production endeavor. Continuing in the tradition of "Always, Patsy Cline" come see this wonderful duo make their magic on stage once more in "Minnie's Pearls." Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at 762.3233. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY through SUNDAY

November 26 - 28; (repeats Nov. 30; December 1-5, 7-12, 14-19, and 21-23) Polar Express Train Ride – Inspired by the award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the Polar Express will come to life as the train returns to West Texas this holiday season. Guests will be transported to the “North Pole” and will enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while reading or listening to this classic tale. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas. When the train reaches its destination Santa and the elves will be there to greet each child and give them their own sleigh bell. This year will feature a new route and 2 cars with an upper and lower dome. For ticket information log on to www.westtexaspolarexpress.com or call (877) 726-7245 West Texas Polar Express station, 6602 Marsha Sharp Freeway (former Lubbock Water Rampage site); Departure times are 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.; (4:30 p.m. departure time is only available on Saturdays).

SATURDAY Only

November 27….Red Raider College Football - Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. their old Southwest Conference rivals, the Houston Cougars, at Jones AT&T Stadium. 4th Street and University Avenue; 7 p.m.

Last Week's Trivia Winners

Question #1: Which U.S. president issued the first Thanksgiving Day Proclamation ???

Answer: George Washington

Winner: Marsha D. and Braiden R. both of Lubbock


Question #2: Which great American statesman lobbied to make the turkey our national symbol (instead of the bald eagle) ???

Answer: Ben Franklin

Winner: Mechelle B. of Lubbock

Two Trivia Contests This Week!

Trivia Contest #1: This week, 2 winners will be chosen for a Family 4-pak to ride the Polar Express.

To win these tickets, answer the trivia question below and email it to us using the fun phrase “Tickets To Ride” as your subject title.

The Question: Which actor did the narration throughout "The Polar Express" film ???

Please be sure to include your daytime contact info in the body of the email so we may get the tickets to you easily. We'd like to know if you live in Lubbock or in the surrounding area, so please include your hometown info for us. Email your answer and contact details to us at:
info@lubbockfunclub.com

Deadline for entry is Sunday at midnight and winners will be contacted early Friday afternoon.

Trivia Contest #2: This week 3 winners will be chosen for a Family 5-pak to The Maize (prize package includes admission, hayride, cowtrain, corn cannon for 5 and your choice of pumpkin).

To win these tickets, answer the trivia question below and email it to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com using the fun phrase “Last Daze of the Maize” as your subject title.

The Question: What is the name of the skin which hangs from a turkey's neck ???

Please be sure to include your daytime contact info in the body of the email so we may get the tickets to you easily. We'd like to know if you live in Lubbock or in the surrounding area, so please include your hometown info for us. Email your answer and contact details to us at:
info@lubbockfunclub.com

Deadline for entry is Friday at noon and winners will be contacted early Friday afternoon.

Good luck to everyone!

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....

Dec. 2 – Jan. 1….Vintage Township Annual Winter Wonderland
December 2, 4, 5, 6….Texas Tech Madrigal Dinner Feast
December 3-4…Flatlands Dance Theatre World Premiere Concert
December 3-4, 10-11, 17, 21-23….Cactus Family Christmas
December 7….........Asleep at the Wheel in Concert
December 10-12….“The Nutcracker”

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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