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Amazing Castle Exhibit – Centennial

Midland County Library - Centennial Branch 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, United States

The Amazing Castle™ transports children and adults to a magical place and time—within the castle’s stone walls there exists a happy and peaceful little community where every citizen has a special job to do. As visitors explore The Amazing Castle and its eight themed areas, they will encounter seven citizens who are part of the castle community. From entertaining to sewing, each citizen plays a special role. As they move through the castle, visitors can playfully explore ideas related to community life and experience the interconnectedness of friends, family and new acquaintances. Locally sponsored by the FMH Foundation, Rea Charitable Trust, Helen Greathouse Charitable Trust, MCPL Foundation, and the Carnegie Circle.

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

The adventuring team are making their way into the castle used by the Cult of Dragons. Do many battles and lots treasure await them or will they face leaders of the cult trying to awaken Tiamat, the evil dragon goddess? Join us @ 1:00 if you want to join the party.

Spring Community Art Day

Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States

Come celebrate 40 years of art, creativity, and community at the Ellen Noël Art Museum! As we reflect on the past four decades, we invite you to experience our special exhibition, 40 Years, 40 Artists, showcasing incredible works that highlight the Museum’s rich history and artistic impact. Enjoy a day filled with hands-on art activities for all ages and a special artist talk and demonstration by Baron Batch, whose dynamic work and creative process will inspire art lovers of all kinds. This free event is open to the entire community—whether you're a longtime supporter or a first-time visitor, we welcome you to join us for this milestone celebration. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to honor the past, engage with art in the present, and look forward to the future of the Museum! Best of all, this exciting activity is completely FREE and open to ALL AGES! Bring your family, friends, or just yourself, and let your imagination run wild. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to celebrate love and creativity in a fun, relaxed setting. We can’t wait to see what you create!

Free
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Adult Coloring Group – CENTENNIAL

Midland County Library - Centennial Branch 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, United States

Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.

Family Craft Night: Firefly Jars

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

We don’t see many fireflies in Odessa, but we can make a jar that looks like we have found some. Grab a jar, choose your glow in the dark paint, and make a jar to take home.

Storytime: Frogs

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

Hop, hop, hop. Ribbit, ribbit, croak. We’re going to be talking about frogs in storytime tooday.

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Toddler Tales Storytime – CENTENNIAL

Midland County Library - Centennial Branch 2503 Loop 250 Frontage Rd., Midland, TX, United States

Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5.

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Toddler Tales Storytime – DOWNTOWN

Midland Library at the Plaza (Downtown) 301 W. Missouri Ave., Midland, TX, United States

Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5.

Art Tales: The Most Magnificent Thing

Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States

Join us at the Ellen Noël Art Museum for a delightful event tailored for art-loving preschoolers aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. At 1:00 PM, we invite you to 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. Our featured book for this session is The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires. Young attendees will be entertained by the charming story of a a young girl who sets out to create the most magnificent thing she can think of. After the story, children will participate in an art activity inspired by the adventures. It’s a wonderful opportunity to foster a love of reading and creativity in young children while spending quality time together. We look forward to welcoming you and your little artists to the museum for this fun and inspiring event!

Broadway in the Basin Presents Hadestown

Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas

COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always. HADESTOWN intertwines two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

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Read to Felix

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

Felix is ready to have his ears scritches and have stories read to him. Come to the Children’s Department @ 4:00 to find him.

Art Talk

Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States

Join us for an engaging evening at the Ellen Noël Art Museum's Art Talk! This event is a wonderful opportunity for art enthusiasts to come together and delve into the mysteries of a particular painting as they enhance their visual literacy skills. Gather with friends and fellow art lovers as we interpret, comprehend, and appreciate the art in ways that advance thinking, decision-making, communication and learning. Art Talk is all about exploring different perspectives and sparking lively conversation. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just curious, share your thoughts and insights in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We go through a three question process that allows visitors to share their perceptions while viewing a piece of art from our Permanent Collection. Come be a part of Art Talk at the Ellen Noël Art Museum and experience art in a whole new way. We can't wait to see you there!