TOP THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK ~March 23-29
MONDAY 3/23
Fine Motor Mondays. Midland Downtown Library 10:30-12:30pm. Recommended for 0-9 years. Each library will set out a variety of fun blocks and building materials for creative, self-led playtime. A great opportunity to proactive sharing and cleaning up after yourself. INFO HERE.
Scooby-Doo! Family Game Night. Midland Centennial Library. 4:30-6pm. Gather around for a fun-filled Scooby-Doo! themed boardgame night. Like, bring your own snacks, man. DETAILS HERE.
TUESDAY 3/24
Vitalant Blood Drive at Odessa College, 201 W. University, Odessa. Open 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Works of Art: Springtime Sloths. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 11am OR 4pm. Draw and paint a silly sloth with markers, then mix bright colors and fun patterns to create a spring collage! Ages 4+. DETAILS HERE.
Steps in Spanish/ Pasos en Español. Midland Centennial Library. 11am-12noon. Take your first steps in Spanish with this progressive, beginner level class. Newcomers are always welcome. Includes guided lessons and friendly conversation practice. INFO HERE.
Whiskers and Tails Adoption Event. PetSmart Odessa. 3-6pm. Come meet your new best friend! There will be puppies and kittens, as well as adult dogs and cats available for adoption. All pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Giveaways with each adoption! DETAILS HERE.
Infant/Child Safety. Midland Memorial Hospital-West Campus, Second floor, childbirth education room, Suite 260. 4-6pm. This 2 hour class provides information on child safety and prevention. The class includes care seat safety, home safety, poisons and emergency preparedness. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welcome to come free of charge and they do not need a ticket. REGISTER HERE.
OPD Neighborhood Watch Meeting. Sherwood Park Community Center. 6-8pm. Join the Odessa Police Department and community partners for a Neighborhood Watch City Ordinance Awareness Meeting. Learn about Odessa city ordinances that impact your neighborhood and daily life, ask questions, and gain helpful information to support a safer, stronger community. Knowledge is one of the best tools for a safer, stronger community. DETAILS HERE.
WEDNESDAY 3/25
Storytime: Pigs. Ector County Library. 10-12 noon. Oink, oink, oink, there were three little pigs, right? But learn about what pigs not chased by the big bad wolf are up to in storytime today. Activity following storytime. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Music at the Museum: Tech-y Music. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 4-4:30pm. How do we make music on the computer? Explore the basics of music mixing and collaboration! INFO HERE.
THURSDAY 3/26
STEAM: Oozing Oobleck. Midland Downtown Library. 4-5pm. Recommended for ages 8-13. Come to explore, expand and enrich your abilities as you tackle the monthly STEAM challenge. Create and then explore the mysterious properties of oobleck from Bartholomew and the Oobleck, by Dr. Seuss. DETAILS HERE.
Midland Art Association Opening Reception. Museum of the Southwest. 5:30pm – 7:00pm. Since 1978, the Midland Arts Association has offered a Spring juried art exhibition. This exhibition showcases the best local artwork from around the Permian Basin. The Midland Arts Association is excited to host its annual spring show at the Museum of the Southwest! This event is all about celebrating our talented local artists and giving them a chance to share their amazing work with the community. INFO HERE.
UTPB Speaks! Discussion with Dr. Alissa Adams. Ellen Noel Art Museum. 6-7pm. Join us for a lighthearted and engaging discussion with UTPB Art History Professor Dr. Alissa Adams, featuring an art history–style lesson exploring the history and ideologies of silhouettes in art. Free to attend! INFO HERE.
Bring Your Own Blues Open Jam. The Destination. 6-11pm. Enjoy the FREE community blues jam, hosted by the Greater West Texas Blues Society. Bring your instrument or voice and come style your blues profile! Sound, stage, and back line provided. Family and pet friendly. Full bar service and food are always provided. INFO HERE.
FRIDAY 3/27
Music at the Museum: Tech-y Music. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 11-11:30am OR 4-4:30pm. How do we make music on the computer? Explore the basics of music mixing and collaboration! INFO HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Early College High School, 3600 N. Garfield St., Midland. Open 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Friday Night Live at The Destination! 1705 W. Industrial Ave., Midland. Friday Night Live is a show of support for local and regional bands. Tonight’s featured band is: Heavy Spirits. Heavy Spirits is an Austin, TX based outfit inspired by the sounds of Motown, Funk, Blues, Soul, and Rock/ Fusion artists. No Cover. Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 8pm. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on-site. INFO HERE.
Movies in the Park: Stuart Little. Centennial Park Midland. 8-10pm. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and the whole family for a fun and relaxing night under the stars. Come early to grab some food, find your perfect spot, and enjoy the evening atmosphere before the movie begins. The movie will start shortly after sunset. There’s nothing better than a night out in the park—fresh air, great company, and a classic movie on the big screen. DETAILS HERE.
SATURDAY 3/28
KICKS 99.1 at All American Chevrolet of Odessa. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 10am-12 noon at 5020 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy, Odessa. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
95.1 at Lithia Toyota Odessa. Join us 1-3pm at 5050 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy for the best deals on new Toyotas, plus savings on the huge selection of pre-owned vehicles. We will have some cool giveaways!
KICKS 99.1 at All American Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Odessa. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 1-3pm at 2510 E 8th St, Odessa. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
Bunny Hop 5K. Sherwood Park. 7am packet pickup, Race starts at 8am. Join the Odessa Parks and Recreation Department for the Bunny Hop 5K on Saturday, March 28 at Sherwood Park, located at 4819 Everglade Avenue in Odessa. The Bunny Hop 5K will kick off at 8:00 a.m., with packet pickup beginning at 7:00 a.m. The registration fee is $40. Following the race, families are invited to stay for the Easter Egg Hunt from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This fun, family-friendly event is perfect for runners and community members of all ages. REGISTER HERE.
Coffee with Vets – Pancake Breakfast. VFW Post 4149, 409 Veterans Airpark Ln, Midland. 9-11am. Get ready for a warm morning of coffee, pancakes, sausage, and bacon, along with great comradery and conversation at VFW Post 4149. This event is all about bringing Veterans and Veteran supporters together—to share stories, enjoy a good meal, and spend time with people who understand the value of service and community. All Veterans, families, friends, and supporters are welcome. Stop in for breakfast, stay for the fellowship. INFO HERE.
Midland Downtown Farmers Market. 404 N Colorado Street. 9am-12noon. MDFM is open every Saturday, rain or shine. With a new permanent location on Colorado Street, you can be sure to find all of your produce and homemade needs here. Dogs on a leash are always welcome. DETAILS HERE.
Baseball in the Yard. Bush Family Home. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join us for another Baseball in the Yard event! We will have fun activities and a FREE raffle open to all participants for a chance to win some cool prizes! DETAILS HERE.
Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Midland Centennial Library. 11am-12noon. The Easter Bunny is visiting the library! Come say hello, take pictures and enjoy a fun-filled spring day surrounded by books and Easter fun. INFO HERE.
Whiskers and Tails Adoption Event. PetSmart Odessa. 11am-2pm. Come meet your new best friend! There will be puppies and kittens, as well as adult dogs and cats available for adoption. All pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Giveaways with each adoption! DETAILS HERE.
Wing Into Spring Family Event. Basin PBS 11:00am. Spring is ready to take flight! Join us at Basin PBS as we Wing Into Spring—a fun-filled morning for families with a PBS KIDS screening, snacks, and hands-on arts and crafts inspired by our feathered friends. Bring your little explorers and let’s flock together for some springtime fun! INFO HERE.
HAZMAT Awareness and Placard Identification. Midland Centennial Library. 11:30am-12:30pm. A Disaster Assessment & Recovery Specialist from Texas A&M Agrilife will share the basics of hazardous material awareness and how to identify the color, numbers and symbols associated with hazardous materials found in and around your home. DETAILS HERE.
Live at The Destination: Matt Austin & The Accused. The Destination Midland. 7pm. This Saturday, The Destination features a night of dancing with Matt Austin & The Accused. Don’t miss this energetic show! Reserve your table today! Call 432-352-0913. Tickets pre-sale $10, $12 at the door. Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm. Bar service and food trucks are always available. TICKETS HERE.
Aladdin and the Magic Carpet. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. 7:30pm. Experience the magic of Aladdin like never before! Flying dancers, animated projections, a live orchestra, and more than 140 spectacular costumes combine to create a vibrant world of color, adventure, and wonder. This groundbreaking production—Midland Festival Ballet’s first full‑length original ballet—returns after its celebrated 2022 premiere at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center. TICKETS HERE.
SUNDAY 3/29
Aladdin and the Magic Carpet. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. 2pm. Experience the magic of Aladdin like never before! Flying dancers, animated projections, a live orchestra, and more than 140 spectacular costumes combine to create a vibrant world of color, adventure, and wonder. This groundbreaking production—Midland Festival Ballet’s first full‑length original ballet—returns after its celebrated 2022 premiere at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center. TICKETS HERE.
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