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SUMMARY:Land and Likeness Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Land and Likeness With Logos\n\nNow up in the gallery\, Land and Likeness!\n\nLand and Likeness brings together four artists from the Permian Basin.\nUTPB Alum Catherine Allen\, Odessa College Art instructor Daniel Sorensen\, Midland College Art instructor Michael Hubbard\, and rancher/painter Alice Leese.\n\nThis exhibition examines each artist’s engagement with landscape and portraiture\, addressing the physical geography of the region alongside the psychological dimensions of identity.\n\nIt will be up until April 9th with a reception on March 5th from 5 – 7 PM.\n\nVisiting hours:\nMonday – Friday\n9 am – 6 pm\n\nSaturday\n2 pm – 5 pm
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/land-and-likeness-art-exhibit/
LOCATION:Nancy Fyfe Cardozier Gallery\, 4901 E. Univsersity Blvd\, Odessa\, 79762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Museum,Public Art,Visual Arts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T213000
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SUMMARY:NEEDTOBREATHE: The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour With Special Guest Tall Heights
DESCRIPTION:Despite a 20-year history filled with accolades\, GRAMMY-nominated\, multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE approached their latest studio album with a renewed mindset — a band still feeling they have something to prove. Over the years\, they’ve carved out a distinctive space across multiple genres\, blending modern rock\, purpose-driven soul\, and pop appeal into a rare and impressive track record. With five Number One albums spanning the Billboard Rock\, Alternative\, and other charts\, over three billion career streams\, and multi-platinum hits like “Brother”\, “Who Am I\,” and “Let’s Stay Home Tonight\,” NEEDTOBREATHE has captivated audiences worldwide. Their music reflects two decades of masterful songwriting and musicianship\, exploring life’s profound emotions and experiences. Working with GRAMMY Award-winning producer Dave Cobb\, the band’s latest offering “Momma Loves Me” featuring The Red Clay Strays\, continues this journey\, diving into themes of personal struggle\, redemption and resilience.
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/needtobreathe-the-barely-elegant-acoustic-tour-with-special-guest-tall-heights/
LOCATION:Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center\, 1310 FM 1788\, Midland\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Music,Public Art,Theatre & Literary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T190000
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SUMMARY:Land and Likeness Art Gallery Reception
DESCRIPTION:Land and Likeness With Logos \n\n\nNow up in the gallery\, Land and Likeness!\n\nLand and Likeness brings together four artists from the Permian Basin.\nUTPB Alum Catherine Allen\, Odessa College Art instructor Daniel Sorensen\, Midland College Art instructor Michael Hubbard\, and rancher/painter Alice Leese.\n\nThis exhibition examines each artist’s engagement with landscape and portraiture\, addressing the physical geography of the region alongside the psychological dimensions of identity.\n\nIt will be up until April 9th with a reception on March 5th from 5 – 7 PM.\n\nVisiting hours:\nMonday – Friday\n9 am – 6 pm\n\nSaturday\n2 pm – 5 pm
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/land-and-likeness-art-gallery-reception/
LOCATION:Nancy Fyfe Cardozier Gallery\, 4901 E. Univsersity Blvd\, Odessa\, 79762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Museum,Public Art,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T002919
CREATED:20260114T175014Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday ODTX!
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/first-friday-6/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Downtown Odessa\, 79761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Music,Public Art,Theatre & Literary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T213000
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SUMMARY:Chicago LIVE in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era\,” the legendary rock and roll band with horns\, Chicago\, came in as the highest-charting American band in Billboard magazine’s Top 125 Artists of All Time. Chicago is the first American rock band to chart top 40 albums in six consecutive decades. \nChicago’s debut album Chicago Transit Authority was inducted into The National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2025. The Registry archives audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural\, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage. \nIn celebration of the 50th anniversary of Chicago IX: Chicago’s Greatest Hits\, the band released Chicago IX: Greatest Hits Expanded\, in August 2025. \nIn 2024\, Chicago released Chicago at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts\, Washington\, D.C. (9/16/1971)\, a 26-track live collection recorded at the historic venue. The show covers all three studio albums from their 1969 debut to 1971 and more than two hours of live music by Robert Lamm (keyboard\, vocals)\, Terry Kath (guitar\, vocals)\, Peter Cetera (vocals\, bass)\, Danny Seraphine (drums)\, Lee Loughnane (trumpet\, vocals)\, James Pankow (trombone)\, and Walt Parazaider (woodwinds\, vocals). \nChicago released Chicago Greatest Christmas Hits\, a new collection combining songs from all three of its beloved Christmas albums\, in 2023 via Warner Music Group/Rhino. \nChicago released their 38th studio album\, Born for This Moment\, in 2022\, which included the hit single “If This Is Goodbye.” \nIn fall of 2022\, Gravitas Ventures released Chicago’s documentary The Last Band on Stage directed by Peter Curtis Pardini and narrated by the band’s longtime friend and actor Joe Mantegna. On March 14\, 2020\, Chicago is the last band playing in the U.S. as COVID lockdowns begin and The Last Band on Stage tells the incredible story of how the 58-year-old band survived a pandemic that stopped the world in its tracks. \n“We’re excited to be bringing The Last Band on Stage to audiences worldwide. This funny and informative documentary offers an inside look at how the legendary band Chicago were able to produce content even during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic\,” said Gravitas Ventures’ acquisition coordinator\, Mackenzie Maguire. \nChicago received The Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the Grammys. The Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates performers who have made outstanding contributions of artistic significance to the field of recording. A special award ceremony and tribute concert celebrating the honorees was held in 2020. \nChicago was inducted into the 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This was their first nomination. They’ve been eligible since 1994. A long time coming! \nChicago’s first album\, Chicago Transit Authority\, was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2014. Chicago managed to fuse pop\, rock and jazz together perfectly in this double album. \nRobert Lamm and James Pankow have become inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. These legendary songwriters wrote mega-hits such as “25 or 6 to 4\,” “Saturday in the Park\,” “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day\,” “Make Me Smile\,” and many others. \nThe International Trombone Association presented its 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award to James Pankow. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes people who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to the trombone profession over a long career. \nChicago’s lifetime achievements include two Grammy Awards\, two American Music Awards\, Founding Artists of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts\, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame\, a Chicago street dedicated in their honor\, and keys to and proclamations from an impressive list of U.S. cities. Record sales top the 100\,000\,000 mark\, and include 21 top 10 singles\, five consecutive No. 1 albums\, 11 No. 1 singles and five gold singles. An incredible 25 of their 38 albums have been certified platinum\, and the band has a total of 48 gold and platinum awards. \nChicago have toured every year since the beginning — they’ve never missed a year. The original three band members are Lee Loughnane on trumpet and vocals\, Robert Lamm on keyboards and vocals\, and James Pankow on trombone. The band lineup also includes Wally Reyes Jr. on drums\, Tony Obrohta on guitar\, Loren Gold on keyboards and vocals\, Ray Herrmann on sax and flute\, Neil Donell on vocals\, Eric Baines on bass\, Ramon “Ray” Yslas on percussion\, Carlos Murguia on keyboards and vocals and Nick Lane on trombone. \nFrom the signature sound of the Chicago horns\, their iconic vocalists\, and a few dozen of ever-classic songs\, this band’s concerts are celebrations. 2025 marks the band’s 58th consecutive year of touring! \nChicago continue to be true ambassadors for their beloved hometown\, carrying the city’s name with pride and dignity around the world.
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/chicago-live-in-concert-2/
LOCATION:Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center\, 1310 FM 1788\, Midland\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Music,Public Art,Theatre & Literary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
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SUMMARY:TEXFEST 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration for TEXFest 2026 is open! Lock in on our price of $200 for TNT Members or $240 for Non Members by registering now!\n\nRegistration for TEXFest 2026 includes –\n\nPERFORMANCES – Theatres across the state bring one acts to be adjudicated by theatre professionals.\nWORKSHOPS – Workshops to help you run your theatre from theatre folk across the state. Submit your request to present a workshop to our Programs Manager – Preston Isham – preston@texastheatres.org\nROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS – Discussing issues relevant to the current climate.\nNETWORKING – Theatrical vendors available to help you navigate the many options in running your business.\nSTATE AWARDS – Nominate someone from your theatre who you think deserves state wide recognition\nCOMPETITIONS – Submit your set/prop/promotional designs from shows within the last 18 months\nLUNCH MEETINGS – Quad and Annual Membership meeting to discuss issues involving your area.\nLIVE AUCTIONS – Help the TNT Endowment\, Operating costs and Internship by participating in the ongoing auctions throughout the festival\nAnd so much more!\n\nLearn more about TEXFest 2026 at www.texastheatres.org/texfest-2026\n\nSEE YOU IN ODESSA!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/texfest-2026/
LOCATION:The Globe of the Great Southwest\, 2308 Shakespeare Road\, Odessa\, TX\, 79761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Music,Public Art,Theatre & Literary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T180000
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SUMMARY:Family Craft Night: Suncatchers
DESCRIPTION:March 17 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm\n\n\n\nBring the family to make your very own suncatcher to hang where the light can strike the pretty colors and add a rainbow of light to the room. \nTraigan a toda la familia para crear su propio atrapasoles y colgarlo donde la luz pueda incidir sobre sus bonitos colores\, añadiendo así un arcoíris de luz a la habitación. \n 
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/family-craft-night-suncatchers/
LOCATION:Ector County Library
CATEGORIES:Public Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T200000
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SUMMARY:Fast and Easy Mini Pastels with artist Nancy Kirk
DESCRIPTION:Artist Nancy Kirk will lead you through creating two 4 x 6 mini pastel paintings with a watercolor underpainting. All supplies will be provided in a kit you take home. Kit includes\, watercolors\, pastels\, blending tool\, etc. Workshop will be at Midland Palette Club\, 907 W Wadley Ave\, Midland\, TX on Thursday\, March 19\, 2026 from 6 -8 pm
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/fast-and-easy-mini-pastels-with-artist-nancy-kirk/
LOCATION:The Midland Palette Club Art Center\, 907 W. Wadley Ave\, Midland\, TX\, 79705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Art,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T220000
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SUMMARY:Little Joe Y La Familia
DESCRIPTION:The traditional Tex-Mex style of norteño was fused by Little Joe (born Jose Maria DeLeon Hernandez) with influences of country music\, blues\, and rock to create the up tempo hybrid known as “Tejano.” Together with his band\, Little Joe Y La Familia\, his music has reached far beyond the Texas and Mexico borders and has been one of the most popular Tex-Mex bands in the music industry. Little Joe has been entertaining more than 50 years and has been described as the “KING OF THE BROWN SOUND”. \nJose Maria DeLeon Hernandez “Little Joe” was born to Salvador “La Cotorra” Hernandez and Amelia DeLeon Hernandez in a three wall dirt floor car garage in Temple\, Texas on a cold stormy night on October 17\,1940. The seventh of 13 children\, Little Joe began playing music in 1953 with his cousin David Coronado’s band\, David Coronado & the Latinaires. Two years later\, he performed his first paid gig with the band at a high-school sock hop in Cameron\, Texas. In 1958\, Little Joe made his recording debut with the song “Safari\,” released by Torrero Records in Corpus Christi\, Texas. The following year\, Little Joe’s brother Jesse joined the band on bass and vocals. When Coronado left shortly afterwards\, Little Joe assumed leadership of the group. Throughout the early ’60s\, Little Joe led the band through a series of recordings on small independent labels. He underwent a personal transformation after Jesse died in an automobile accident in 1964. Determined to achieve commercial success\, he altered his musical approach to include more rock and blues influences. \nSongs of the Polka King\, Vol. 1 In 1968\, Little Joe formed two labels of his own: Buena Suerte for recordings in Spanish\, and Good Luck for recordings in English. He later added a third label\, Leona Records. His musical approach shifted again in 1970. After performing in the San Francisco Bay Area\, he became enchanted by “Latinismo” and changed the name of his band again. In 1985\, Little Joe y la Familia signed their first major-label recording deal with WEA International. Two years later\, Little Joe formed his fourth label — Redneck — and released the double live album 25th Silver Anniversary. After releasing two albums for WEA\, Little Joe switched to Sony International\, where he remained until 1983\, when he launched his fifth label\, Tejano Discos. His first release on the label\, “Que Paso\,” earned him his third Grammy nomination. In 1996\, Little Joe performed on the Frankie Yankovic album Songs of the Polka King\, Vol.1\, singing a duet with Yankovic of “Just Because/Si Porque.” Little Joe has appeared in two films: Proposition 187\, a Deadly Law and Down for the Barrio. \nFifty Years…and over 50 albums later\, Joe continues to tour the world\, trailblazing\, looking forward to new challenges\, breaking down cultural and musical barriers and innovating his musical style. As always\, Joe strives to bring many people together to make a more peaceful and harmonious world. \n\n\nREAD LESS
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/little-joe-y-la-familia/
LOCATION:Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center\, 1310 FM 1788\, Midland\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Music,Public Art,Theatre & Literary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T002919
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SUMMARY:Styx LIVE in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Creating and recording new music is often considered the lifeblood of any band—an ethos AOR torchbearers Styx continue to embody with the release of Circling From Above\, the 18th studio album in their formidable catalog. Spanning 13 tracks\, the album navigates the complexities of the human experience through the intersecting lenses of technology and nature. \nThe album\, the band’s third in eight years\, delivers a 41-minute\, end-to-end listening experience that is both thought-provoking and exhilarating. A masterclass in storytelling\, it blends signature Styx hallmarks with bold steps forward—building on the creative momentum of recent releases The Mission(2017) and Crash of the Crown(2021).
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/styx-live-in-concert/
LOCATION:Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center\, 1310 FM 1788\, Midland\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Music,Public Art,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T002919
CREATED:20260213T160340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T160340Z
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SUMMARY:3-Day Workshop-Landscapes in Watercolor with Award Winning Artist Tim Oliver
DESCRIPTION:Lubbock Artist\, Tim Oliver\, will guide you in exploring the amazing medium of watercolor in landscapes. The workshop will be geared toward the beginning to intermediate painter.  Advanced painters will also enjoy the workshop and be excited to see new and different approaches. Earlybird price of $275 through January 31. February 1 price goes to $325. This Premier 3 day Workshop will be held March 23-25\, 2026\, approximately 9am- 4pm each day at the Midland Palette Club\, 907 W Wadley Ave\, Midland\, TX 79705
URL:https://odessaarts.org/event/3-day-workshop-landscapes-in-watercolor-with-award-winning-artist-tim-oliver/
LOCATION:The Midland Palette Club Art Center\, 907 W. Wadley Ave\, Midland\, TX\, 79705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Public Art,Visual Arts
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