TOP THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK ~ November 3-9
TUESDAY 11/4
Works of Art: Autumn Apples. Durham Children’s Museum. 11-11:30am OR 4-4:30pm. Join us in painting autumn apples using warm, cozy colors like red, orange, and yellow. These tasty treats look ripe and ready to pick. Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students. Open to students ages 4-12. INFO HERE.
WEDNESDAY 11/5
Vitalant Blood Drive at Odessa High School, 1301 N. Dotsy, Odessa. Open 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Rextac, 2501 S Grandview, Odessa. Open 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Storytime: Leaves and Trees. Ector County Library. 10-11:30am. This week’s storytime is all about leaves and trees to help us celebrate the fall season. Activity following storytime. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Art Tales: When I Am Big. Ellen Noël Art Museum. 1-2pm. Get ready for a delightful event tailored for art-loving preschoolers aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. Immerse yourselves in a beautifully illustrated story and a fun art activity. This free event offers an engaging children’s story followed by a hands-on art project related to the tale. The featured book for this session is When I Am Big by Maria Dek. Young attendees will be entertained by a whimsical and imaginative counting book that encourages young children to dream big and explore the possibilities of growing up. After the story, children will participate in an art activity inspired by the adventures. DETAILS HERE.
Fall Into STEM: Apple Scented Play-Dough. Durham Children’s Museum. 4:00-4:30pm. Mix cornstarch and conditioner to create a soft, cozy play-dough that smells like fall! Explore different textures, strengthen fine motor skills, and engage their senses through touch and smell for a fun, hands-on experience. Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students. Open to students ages 4-12. DETAILS HERE.
The All Night Long Tour: Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen. The Tailgate. 6pm. Ages 18 & over. $10 minor upcharge. 18-20 year olds will have to pay $10 at the door. Anyone below the age of 18 will not be allowed entry. Doors at 6pm. No re-entry. Clear bag policy. No lawn chairs permitted. Food trucks on site. This is a rain or shine event. No refunds. TICKETS HERE.
THURSDAY 11/6
Hike With a Homeless Pet. Sibley Nature Center. 9-10am. Join in for the Monthly Hike with a Homeless Pet! We’re partnering with Grand Companions to help find furrever homes for homeless pets. No need to sign up ahead of time, just show up! DETAILS HERE.
Works of Art: Autumn Apples. Durham Children’s Museum. 11-11:30am OR 4-4:30pm. Join us in painting autumn apples using warm, cozy colors like red, orange, and yellow. These tasty treats look ripe and ready to pick. Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students. Open to students ages 4-12. INFO HERE.
Read to Felix! Ector County Library Children’s Department. 4-5pm. Come to the 3rd Floor Children’s Department, grab a book, and read to the special friend of the library, Felix the Therapy Dog. He loves to be read to by any and all readers! INFORMATION HERE.
Once Upon A Time: Family Storytime. Midland Downtown Library. 5-5:30pm. Build early literacy skills in a welcoming environment through meaningful stories and crafts. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Tejano Thirsty Thursday’s. The Destination. 6pm-11pm. A FREE community event, hosted by DJ Picasso spinning all your favorite Tejano jams plus so much more! Doors open at 6 PM. Family and pet friendly. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on site. 1705 W Industrial Ave in Midland. MORE INFO HERE.
FRIDAY 11/7
Vitalant Blood Drive at HEB Midland, 5407 Andrews Highway, Midland. Open 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at HEB Odessa, 2501 W. University Blvd., Odessa. Open 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
November Mommy & ME!. Durham Children’s Museum. 10-10:30am. Gobble, gobble! Turn your little hands into a turkey masterpiece! Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students, ages 0- 5. INFO HERE.
Fall Into STEM:Apple Scented Play-Dough. Durham Children’s Museum. 11:00-11:30am OR 4:00-4:30pm. Mix cornstarch and conditioner to create a soft, cozy play-dough that smells like fall! Explore different textures, strengthen fine motor skills, and engage their senses through touch and smell for a fun, hands-on experience.. Classes are free with daily admission and limited to the first 12 students. Open to students ages 4-12. DETAILS HERE.
Merry Marketplace. Ector County Coliseum. The Junior League of Odessa is excited to announce the 42nd Annual Merry Marketplace! Discover unique gifts, enjoy festive events, and get in the holiday spirit! Friday, November 7th, – Ladies Champagne Luncheon & Style Show, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Saturday, November 8th, Breakfast with Santa, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. General admission shopping is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. TICKETS AND INFO HERE.
First Friday – Odessa Arts. Downtown Odessa. 6-10pm. Each month, the streets are lively and colorful with music, games, and delicious food. There are unbeatable deals from local businesses and exciting opportunities to collect amazing giveaways. The event is open to all ages and caters to everyone’s interests. For music lovers, there are live performances by local bands and artists, while foodies can indulge in a diverse range of street eats. Downtown shops and eateries will offer special promotions. First Friday ODTX event brings vibrancy and community spirit to downtown Odessa, making it the perfect place to spend a Friday evening. INFO HERE.
Friday Night Live: Britt Walling Band. The Destination. Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm. Friday Night Live is a show of support for local and regional bands. These events are free to the public. This week’s featured act is: The Britt Walling Band, a local band playing country music you can dance to. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on site. INFO HERE.
SATURDAY 11/8
KICKS 99.1 at All American Jeep Dodge Ram of Midland. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 1-3pm at 3801 W Wall St. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
95X at All American Chevrolet of Midland. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 1-3pm at 4100 W Wall St, Midland. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
97GOLD at Midland Veterans Parade & Cookout. Centennial Park. 2pm. Bring your friends, family, and local heroes together as we celebrate our veterans with pride, community, and great food! The parade starts at Elk Street at 2pm. The cookout will be at Centennial Park at 4pm. Honor those who’ve served and kick off a new Midland tradition together! Everyone’s welcome — see you there! DETAILS HERE.
KICKS 99.1 Ron Hoover RV at Midland Park Mall, 4-6pm. Don’t miss the Fall Boat & RV Show and Sale! It’s your chance to save huge on amazing RV’s & boats.
Merry Marketplace. Ector County Coliseum. The Junior League of Odessa is excited to announce the 42nd Annual Merry Marketplace! Discover unique gifts, enjoy festive events, and get in the holiday spirit! Saturday, November 8th, Breakfast with Santa, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. General admission shopping is Friday, Saturday and Sunday. TICKETS AND INFO HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at West Texas BMX, 2101 Cuthbert Ave., Midland. Open 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Midland Downtown Farmers Market. 404 N Colorado Street. 8am-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.
Be Thankful 5K Run. Floyd Gwin Park. 8am-12pm. Join the Odessa Parks & Recreation Department for the Be Grateful 5K Run. Early packet pickup is available on Wednesday, November 5th, at the Parks and Recreation Department, located at 1100 W. 42nd Street. Additionally, Participants can pick up their race packets on the day of the event from 6:45 AM to 7:30 AM. Run Begins: 8 AM, Check-in: 7 AM. It’s a festive way to stay active this Fall season! REGISTER HERE.
Fiddlesticks Farms: Heroes Day. 5610 E. County Rd 120, Midland. 10am-9pm. We will be celebrating our local heroes! All members of the U.S. Military family (retired, active duty, and veterans with valid ID’s) are admitted free! We also extend free Farm Admission to all first responder Firefighters, Law Enforcement, EMS Personnel and our Frontline Workers in the Medical field! For this weekend only, dependents of first responders are ½ price with ID. Old-fashioned hayrides and frisky farm animals! Explore 7 aMAZEing acres of maze and fill up a wagon in the 10-acre Pumpkin Patch! Fiddlesticks Farm is a family adventure with 25+ attractions, finger-licking grub, and crackly campfires. INFO HERE.
Storytime: Pookie’s Thanksgiving. Museum of the Southwest, Durham Children’s Museum. 11-11:30am. Cozy up in the calming room for a sweet Saturday morning Storytime! It’s Thanksgiving! Join Mom and her little Pookie as they prepare for the yummiest of holidays. Told and illustrated with Sandra Boynton’s celebrated charm, Pookie’s Thanksgiving is filled with a cornucopia of family, gratitude, and pie! Free with daily admission. INFO HERE.
A Celebration of Souls: Remembering Ornaments. Midland Centennial Library. 11am-12pm. The holiday season can be difficult for a lot of reasons for people of all ages. This activity offers a way to acknowledge grief & tough feelings & share memories of those we have lost. All ages. DETAILS HERE.
Whiskers and Tails Adoption Event. PetCo 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.
Sibley After Dark. Sibley Nature Center. 6-8pm. Get ready for a nighttime family event at Sibley Education Garden for an evening full of fun! FREE! INFO HERE.
West Texas Symphony. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. 7:30 PM. Featuring Eric Baker, Trumpet, RE|Member – Reena Esmail, American Nomad – Steve Heitzeg, and Symphony No. 2, “Gaelic” – Amy each. Symphony Soundbites dinner available. TICKETS HERE.
512: The Selena Experience. The Tailgate. 7pm. **THIS IS AN 18 AND UP SHOW! Anyone below the age of 18 will not be allowed entry. Doors at 6pm. No re-entry. Clear bag policy. No lawn chairs permitted. Food trucks on site. This is a rain or shine event. No refunds. TICKETS HERE.
SUNDAY 11/9
Merry Marketplace. Ector County Coliseum. The Junior League of Odessa is excited to announce the 42nd Annual Merry Marketplace! Discover unique gifts, enjoy festive events, and get in the holiday spirit! General admission shopping is Friday, Saturday and Sunday. TICKETS AND INFO HERE.
DJ BRUNCH: CHILAQUILES & CHELADAS. The Destination. 11am-3pm. Experience brunch like never before at The Destination. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon featuring DJ-curated music setting the perfect mood, chilaquiles made fresh to order, and signature cheladas and cocktails. Celebrate our fall brunch event — Grab your friends and roll out for a Sunday Funday where great taste, music, and good company meet on Midland’s most unique rustic patio. This is a free event, no cover charge! INFO HERE.
Adventures in Art. Ellen Noel Art Museum. 2:30-4:30pm. Students ages 6-12. Students can tour current exhibitions and do a related studio art project. $20 per class by advance, online registration only (by noon the previous Thursday). Class size is limited, so sign up soon! In this class you can have fun learning to create portraits, using acrylic paint. REGISTER HERE.
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