• First Friday ODTX!

    First Friday ODTX!
    Downtown Odessa , United States
    Humanities

    First Friday ODTX is a monthly gathering every first Friday of the month for residents and visitors of downtown Odessa. 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.

    Free
  • NIWT Annual Nigerian Cultural Day 2026

    Bush Convention Center 105 N. Main Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    This event celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria while bringing together community leaders, businesses, healthcare professionals, educators, students, nonprofit organizations, and families from across the Permian Basin. It is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, celebrate diversity, and strengthen the partnerships that make our region thrive. Saturday, July 18, 2026 Red Carpet & Networking: 3:00 PM Program Begins: 4:00 PM Bush Convention Center 105 N. Main Street Midland, TX

  • Pre-Season Classes: Session 1 by Midland Festival Ballet

    Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    For dancers ages 12+ and younger dancers who have 1+ year of En Pointe training. Age cutoff date is May 15, 2026. SESSION 1 Mon. July 20 - Thurs. July 23 3:30-5:30pm SESSION 2 Mon. July 27 - Thurs. July 30 3:30-5:30pm $120/session Full amount due at registration. Regular dance class attendance isn’t just good for improving your technique. It’s also the #1 way to avoid injury! Register for Summer Classes today to maintain your strength and flexibility while protecting your body during the summer break. Dress Code: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers, Pointe Shoes. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. ATTN: COMPANY & JUNIOR COMPANY DANCERS You MUST take at least 2 weeks of training over the summer. This is for your safety, as regular class attendance is the #1 way to prevent injury. Failure to comply will jeopardize Company placement. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.

  • Pre-Season Classes: Session 2 by Midland Festival Ballet

    Midland Festival Ballet 4410 N Midkiff Rd suite c-1, Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    For dancers ages 12+ and younger dancers who have 1+ year of En Pointe training. Age cutoff date is May 15, 2026. SESSION 1 Mon. July 20 - Thurs. July 23 3:30-5:30pm SESSION 2 Mon. July 27 - Thurs. July 30 3:30-5:30pm $120/session Full amount due at registration. Regular dance class attendance isn’t just good for improving your technique. It’s also the #1 way to avoid injury! Register for Summer Classes today to maintain your strength and flexibility while protecting your body during the summer break. Dress Code: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers, Pointe Shoes. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. ATTN: COMPANY & JUNIOR COMPANY DANCERS You MUST take at least 2 weeks of training over the summer. This is for your safety, as regular class attendance is the #1 way to prevent injury. Failure to comply will jeopardize Company placement. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.

  • Mujeronas – Podcast and Meet & Greet

    Golden Oak Venue 415 N. Grant, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Viridiana Marquez (Media Executive Producer) & Gracie Ortiz (Producer) welcome you to the first broadcast of MUJERONAS coming to Odessa. Norma Navarro & Angie Lang along with Angle Diaz - Visto Marketing & Producer from Dallas, Texas, also work with A Estilo Dallas Fort Worth, a digital TV program that focuses on Culture, Fashion, Art, Music, Community Events, and anything that educates and informs the community. Norma Navarro also travels with Dia de Los Muertos USA, which has reachedDallas, Houston, Odessa, Los Angeles, California, and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Norma Navarro is also the Founder & Producer of Frida Fest, started 3 years ago in Dallas, Texas. Now she is hosting a broadcast show called MUJERONAS - a program created to help, encourage, and empower women through Leadership, Connection & Content. That's how Frida Fest started. We are bringing, for the first time to West Texas, ODESSA FRIDA FEST! Frida Fest started with strong, courageous women who have passion, leadership and skills that deserve to be recognized - just like Frida.