March 10, 2011

THURSDAY Only

March 10….The Prairie Winds Chorus – This chapter of Sweet Adelines International, will present a free Friends & Family show. This gives the chorus an opportunity to perform their contest package which they will take on stage at the regional competition in Richardson later this month. Please come out to support the chorus as they prepare for this challenge. Atkins Middle School, 5419 Ave. U; 7:30 p.m..

FRIDAY Only

March 11….The New Neighbors Club Meeting – The general meeting will feature Terri Caldwell who will perform. The title of the program is "Music in My Life". Terri is active at the Cactus Theater; she is scheduled to perform in "Minnie's Pearls" this month; she co-authored this play based on the life of Minnie Pearl. Reservations are due by noon on Wednesday the 9th and are $13. For more information contact Mary Valentini at 799-4450. Lubbock Women's Club, 2020 Broadway; 10:30 a.m.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

March 11-12….“A Way in the West” Women on the American Frontier - The frontier of the American west was the great equalizer. It was where people were known for what they could do, not for who they were or where they came from. It was the open door for the disadvantaged, the displaced, and the disappointed, an asylum for the immigrants and the freedmen and all the other refugees from the civilized side. It was also where nineteenth-century women got their first taste of equality. “A Way in the West” is a ninety-minute, one-act play in which six of those women tell their stories, and in the telling of how and why they came west, also tell how women and the frontier remade one another. Using letters, diaries, and autobiographies, playwright Andy Wilkinson has drawn the words and music from the voices of the women themselves. Actress Trudy Fair gives those voices life. RSVP is required to attend, as there is limited seating available. Attendance is free for RHA members, $10 per person for non-members. Please contact Emily Arellano at 806.742.0498 or emily.arellano@ttu.edu to RSVP. National Ranching Heritage Center 6666 Barn, 3121 Fourth Street; at 7 p.m. with a reception following.

March 11-12….17th Annual Viva Aztlan Festival - The festival consists of Folklorico and Mariachi competitions, workshops and a concert. The general public is invited to all competitions, the Folklorico showcase and Mariachi concert. The Folklorico competition will begin Friday afternoon. The Folklorico showcase featuring Edinburg Parks and Recreation Folklorico Dance Team from Edinburg, Texas, along with several local Mariachi groups, will perform at 7 p.m. on Friday evening. On Saturday, the adult Folklorico competition will begin at 1 p.m. The Mariachi concert featuring Mariachi Los Arrieros from El Paso, Texas, will begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission prices are $7.00 before 5 p.m. and $10.00 after 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information, exact event times and a full event schedule, contact Zenaida Aguero-Reyes at 806-252-2828 or vivaaztlan@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.vivaaztlan.org. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre, 1501 Mac Davis Lane.

March 11-12 (Repeats March 18-19, 25-26)….”Minnie’s Pearls 2” – If you were one of the hundreds that saw “Minnie’s Pearls” debut in the fall you won’t want to miss this sequel introducing the incredible, multi-talented Will Banister as George Jones and Merle Haggard and the breath taking Amber Pennington as Dolly Parton and Tammy Wynette. There will be a special guest appearance by 8 year old future superstar Avery Winter as Brenda Lee. Once again Cactus favorites Jane Prince Jones and Kurt Kiser will portray Minnie Pearl and Porter Wagoner. Tickets are $25. For more information or to reserve your tickets call 762-3233. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Only

March 12….Downtown Art Market - This outdoor event features over 30 local artists and growers all showcasing their work. Booths will be set up in the Gallery, the Artlab next door, the Gallery garden and along the sidewalks on Buddy Holly. Paintings, leather work, metal work, crafts, produce and other unique gift items will be for sale. Come downtown and see what all the talk is about, meet your friends and celebrate this cultural district event! More local artists are encouraged to show their work in a booth. For additional info please call 687-1644 or 239-1891. Tornado Gallery, 1822 Buddy Holly Ave; 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Spring Break Kids' Opportunities

A Variety of Local Camps Offer Fun Times!

March 14–18….Maxey's Spring Break Camp- Celebrate spring at Maxey! Canoe & fish, fly kites, enjoy fieldtrips to the new Bodyworks on 4th & Slide along with the TTU Horticulture Garden & Greenhouse. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day, enjoy games, arts and crafts, themed activities and lots of fun. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. For kids ages 6-12. Morning and afternoon snack provided. Cost: $80 per child. Call (806) 767-3796 for more info and to register. Maxey Community Center, 4020 30th St; 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 pm.

March 14–18….Buddy Holly Center Spring Break Staycation - Having a staycation in Lubbock for Spring Break? The Buddy Holly Center invites children ages 6 and up to participate in creating spring related crafts. Come one day or the whole week! Each day will have a spring theme including birds (Monday), wind (Tuesday), travel (Wednesday), Saint Patrick’s Day (Thursday), and puppets (Friday). Children 6 & up welcome; children younger than 6 will need adult supervision. Supplies are limited so come early to have the best chance to make your favorite spring themed craft! Admission is free. For more information call 806.775.3566. Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Avenue; 1-3 p.m.

March 15-18….Lubbock Lake Landmark Spring Break Fest - Spring Break Camp: Discovering Dinosaurs is for kids Grades K-1. Journey back to the Mesozoic Era when dinosaurs ruled the land and pterosaurs soared the skies. Learn new dinosaur names, what they ate, and if T. rex was truly as terrible as they say. *Cost is $20/student. Class size is limited; registration is required. Last day to sign up is March 11 at 5 p.m. Call 806-742-1116 to register. Lubbock Lake Landmark, 2401 Landmark Drive; 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

March 15-18….Lubbock Lake Landmark Spring Break Fest - Spring Break Camp: Fossils Through Time is for kids in 4th & 5th grades. Come explore the exciting world of paleontology and journey through the geologic time scale. Learn how and where to find fossils, examine real specimens from a variety of prehistoric creatures, and understand what it takes to become a paleontologist.
*Cost is $20/student. Class size is limited; registration is required. Last day to sign up is March 11 at 5 p.m. Call 806-742-1116 to register. Lubbock Lake Landmark, 2401 Landmark Drive; 1 – 3 p.m.

Looking at Next Week and Beyond

March 19….Lubbock Lake Landmark: Our Natural Environment
March 19-20….Coin & Sports Card Show
March 25-27, April 1-3, 8-10….“Moon Over Buffalo”
April 1-2......Celebrity Attractions presents: "Legally Blonde"
April 9-10....Sesame Street Live

"Kids' Fun Fair 2011"
Vendor Spaces Available for April 30 Event

It’s almost that time of year again! We're excited to announce the plans for Kid’s Fun Fair 2011…and this year, there's more fun for everyone! Our event will take place on Saturday, April 30th, at the Science Spectrum.

Kid’s Fun Fair 2011 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, summer camps, private schools, churches, children’s party entertainment services, community health professionals and a wide variety of family-friendly businesses.

The fair will run from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on April 30th with entertainment in the form of clowns, children’s performance groups and some new surprises for those who've attended our events in the past!

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!

This Week's Trivia Question.....

This week, 1 winner will be chosen for a Family 4 pack to the Science Spectrum and Omni Theater.

To win these tickets, answer the trivia question below and email it to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com using the fun phrase “Spring Break Family Fun” as your subject title.

The Question: Which world-reknowned scientist was quoted as saying the following:

"Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world" ????

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.

The deadline for this contest is Sunday at midnight and the winner will be contacted Monday morning. Please....we ask that you only enter the contest once to be fair to everyone out there : )

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

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