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If your non-profit or charity organization has something going on in West Texas, WEST TEXAS RADIO GROUP wants to help you spread the word.  Fax us the "who, what, when" and other pertinent info ATTN: PSA DIRECTOR at 520-0112... or email us the info at psa@westtexasradio.net.  Make sure to include contact info & get it to us a couple of weeks before your event.
WEST TEXAS RADIO GROUP is proud to be a part of the West Texas community!
UPCOMING CLASS REUNIONS!
MHS-LHS 20 Yr. High School Reunion September 5-6.
Friday: September 5  
5:30 – BBQ before the MHS/LHS football game
7:00 – football game (will have block seats on both sides)
Saturday: September 6
6:00 pm  Joint MHS/LHS dinner
Go to
www.mhsclassof88.net to register and for further details.
 
Permian Class of 1968 40 Year Reunion.  September 19-20, 2008.  Plans include pep rally, homecoming game, hamburger cookout, golf game, dinner/dance, visiting and lots more.  Information at www.permian68.net or call Susan Haines Ferrini at 432-599-9116.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals TX Permian Basin Chapter will hold its annual recognition ceremony on National Philanthropy Day, November 13 at the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon held at the Petroleum Club in Midland.  2008 Guest Keynote Speaker at the Luncheon is Kay Sprinkle Grace, Internationally acclaimed author, consultant and speaker. This is the 15th anniversary of the AFP Permian Basin Chapter and its participation in National Philanthropy Day.
National Philanthropy Day Contacts:

Trish Speight, Publicity, 432-682-2731: trish@recordinglibrary.org

Nancy Betts, National Philanthrophy Day Co- Chair, 522-7202: nancyb99@safeplace.com

Jean Jones, President AFP Permian Basin Chapter.  498-8590: jjones@arcmidlandtx.org

9/11 Events:
The City of Midland Crime Prevention Commission presents its 7th Annual Patriot Day Celebration.  Thursday, September 11th 6:30pm Centennial Plaza. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and have a picnic!
A tribute to First Responders and Presentation of the "Gold Badge of Excellence" Awards to three local First Responders.

American State Bank's 6th Annual An American Tribute.  Thursday, September 11th 6:50pm Memorial Gardens Park Odessa, Texas.  Please join us as we dedicate a permanent Fallen Officers Memorial that will honor all Law Enforcement Officers in Ector County who have given their lives in the line of duty.
The Museum Of The Southwest at 1705 W. Missouri Ave. in Midland features exhibits now by acclaimed artists. 
Wagner Wing -- Las Artes de Mexico -- August 9 – October 5, 2008  More Information
Turner / Thomas Gallery -- Merritt Mauzey and Friends -- June 26 - August 24, 2008 More Information
Here & Now Gallery -- Amber George -- July 11, 2008 - August 31, 2008 More Information
Hogan Gallery -- Taos Masters -- March 22 - October 26, 2008 More Information
The Children's Museum is hosting "Art's View"
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am to 5pm Sunday: 2pm to 5pm Closed Mondays.

For more info about the current or upcoming events, visit museumsw.org/ .
MIDLAND COMMUNITY THEATRE has lots going on.   FOR RESERVATIONS, CALL 570-4111.  FOR INFORMATION ON MCT, GO TO mctmidland.org.
You Can't Take It With You -- September 5-20, 2008 Davis Theatre One
A Nice Family Gathering -- September 26 - October 18, 2008  Mabee Theatre II
Narnia -- November 21 - December 20, 2008 Davis Theatre I
The Permian Playhouse presents...
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (1999 Revision) September 19-28  contact the Permian Playhouse  at 432-550-5456.
Visit www.PermianPlayhouse.com for info

UPCOMING EVENTS:
Greater Tuna by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard October 3-12, 2008
The Globe Of The Great Southwest presents the 2008 season
2008 Southwest Shakespeare Festival
The Festival opens on Thursday, August 28 and runs weekends through Sunday, September 14.
MEASURE FOR MEASURE by William Shakespeare--Aug 29th & Sept 6th, 12th, 13th -- 8:00 PM;  Aug 31st -- 2:30 PM
DOUBT by John Patrick Shanley -- Aug 28th, 30th, 31st, & Sept 5th -- 8:00 PM;  Sept 7th -- 2:30 PM
SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARFS -- August 30th & September 1st, 6th, 13th, 14th -- 2:30 PM

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE 
by Agatha Christie
Suspense, murder and romance on an isolated island – by the Mistress of Mystery.  This mystery was formerly known as “Ten Little Indians.”
Dates:  October 24, 25 & 31 at 8 pm; October 26 & November 2 at 2:30 pm

COYOTE’S CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Malcolm MacDonald with original songs by Diego Flores
Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL  comes alive in the American Southwest.
Dates:  December 12, 13, 19 & 20 at 8 pm; December 14 & 21 at 2:30 pm
Visit http://www.globesw.org/ for more info.
The Midland Rape Crisis Center is in need of Therapy Dogs for our Pawz for Kids Volunteer program. If you have a canine friend whom you think would be perfect for greeting, playing with, and loving on children in crisis please call Deanna Keese for more information at 432-682-7273.
 

THE MIDLAND COALITION'S PURPOSE IS TO REDUCE UNDERAGE DRINKING IN MIDLAND COUNTY.  IT'S NOW SEEKING NEW MEMBERS, ESPECIALLY PARENTS, BUSINESS PEOPLE, CHURCH LEADERS AND HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS.  MEETINGS ARE HELD THE FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH.  THE MIDLAND COALITION IS A PROGRAM OF THE PALMER DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM.  CALL BRENT BLACKBURN AT PDAP FOR MORE INFO:   685-3645.

PDAP - THE PALMER DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM - IS MIDLAND'S RESOURCE FOR PARENTS AND YOUNG PEOPLE.  PDAP HAS TRAINED, LICENSED COUNSELORS WHO CAN HELP YOU DEAL WITH THE PROBLEMS THAT COME WITH THE USE OF ALCOHOL OR OTHER MIND-CHANGING SUBSTANCES.  THIS HELP IS ANONYMOUS...AND IT'S FREE.  CALL PDAP AT 685-3645.

UNITED BLOOD SERVICES IS IN NEED OF DONORS.  IF YOU'RE 17 OR OLDER, WEIGH AT LEAST 110 POUNDS AND HAVEN'T DONATED IN THE PAST 8 WEEKS, UBS ASKS FOR YOU TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.  ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED, AS THE HOT SUMMER MONTHS BRING A SLOWDOWN IN DONATIONS.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE MIDLAND CENTER AT 520-4592 OR THE ODESSA CENTER AT 561-5509.  OR GO TO unitedbloodservices.org.

MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS YOUR HELP.  THEY DELIVER 600 MEALS A DAY TO MIDLAND'S ELDERLY, DISABLED AND HOMEBOUND.  MANY OF THEIR DRIVERS ARE ON VACATION AND SUBSTITUTE DRIVERS ARE NEEDED EVERY DAY.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 689-6693

MIDLAND RSVP IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS.  OVER 750 VOLUNTEERS ARE MAKING THE DIFFERENCE BUT MORE ARE NEEDED.  MIDLAND RSVP HELPS ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDING THE CAF MUSEUM, CENTERS FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES, HOSPICE OF MIDLAND, KEEP MIDLAND BEAUTIFUL AND THE PERMIAN BASIN AREA AGENCY ON AGING.  TO BE A MEMBER OF RSVP, YOU MUST BE 55 OR OLDER BUT TO VOLUNTEER, ALL YOU NEED IS A KIND, GIVING SPIRIT.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 689-6693 OR GO BY THE COMMUNITY & SENIOR SERVICES AT 3301 SINCLAIR IN MIDLAND.

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