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  • Rene Vaca: 2026 Tour

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

    René Vaca is a 29-year-old stand-up comedian, writer, and actor from the San Fernando Valley in Southern California. After dropping out of college to pursue his passion for comedy, Vaca has made significant strides in the industry. His comedic talent and hard work earned him a spot as one of Netflix’s Introducing Comedians for the 2024 Netflix Is A Joke Festival. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EngpMt3ZPDQ. With a substantial social media following of over 2,600,000 and millions of views across platforms, Vaca continues to expand his influence and reach. He is currently on tour, performing to sold-out audiences in clubs and theatres across North America and hosts his own monthly show LEG DAY at The Hollywood Laugh Factory. Additionally, he won the 16th annual Stand Up NBC competition!

  • Adult Coloring Group – CENTENNIAL

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

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

  • District Wide Student Art Show Closing Reception

    Phillips Goff Gallery at Odessa College 201 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

      District Wide Student Art Show Closing Reception and Awards on March 16th at 5:30 PM at Sedate Hall at Odessa College. Our students have worked incredibly hard on their artwork, and this show is such a proud moment for them. Please go support them and all the young artists in our community!

  • Night at the Museum: Blooms and Brushes

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

    Introducing Night at the Museum, an exclusive Members-Only evening every third Thursday of the month! Each event has something different to offer for Museum Members, including art activities, lessons, exclusive tours, programs, family and friends nights, and more! In March, celebrate the season by painting and embellishing a vase while crafting your own paper flowers to welcome spring! To become a Member, click here.

  • Fast and Easy Mini Pastels with artist Nancy Kirk

    The Midland Palette Club Art Center 907 W. Wadley Ave, Midland, TX, United States
    Public Art

    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

  • Little Joe Y La Familia

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

    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". Jose 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. […]

  • Studio 49 Fashion Show

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

    Join us for a special, limited-ticket event marking the closing of Halston: Inventing American Fashion! Enjoy a curated fashion show by Steven Porterfield highlighting styles from the 1970s and 1980s, followed by a themed dance party inspired by the era. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and prizes will be awarded for the best outfit(s). Bring your best dancing shoes! Be sure to stop by The Cat's Meow pop-up vintage clothing store during the event! For tickets, click here. Sponsored in part by the MCM Elegante Hotel.

  • Styx LIVE in Concert

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

    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. The 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).

  • 3-Day Workshop-Landscapes in Watercolor with Award Winning Artist Tim Oliver

    The Midland Palette Club Art Center 907 W. Wadley Ave, Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    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

  • Adult Coloring Group – CENTENNIAL

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

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

  • 26th Annual Empty Bowls Benefiting the West Texas Food Bank

    Midland College 3600 N. Garfield Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Empty Bowls will be here before you know it. Join us on March 28 at Midland College as we come together to fight hunger in our community. Your $15 ticket provides a simple meal — and helps fill the bowls of neighbors facing food insecurity. 26th Annual Empty Bowls – Benefiting the West Texas Food Bank 26th Annual Empty Bowls – Benefiting the West Texas Food Bank Join us for a cherished West Texas tradition as we celebrate the 26th Annual Empty Bowlsevent! This community-driven fundraiser brings together local artists, families, and neighbors to take a stand against hunger across our 19 counties. Guests will enjoy delicious soups prepared and served with love, and have the opportunity to purchase beautiful, handmade bowls crafted by talented community members. Each bowl is a reminder of the empty plates we are working to fill — and every dollar raised directly supports the West Texas Food Bank and the families we serve. Come make a difference, enjoy a warm meal, and take home a meaningful piece of art. Together, we can ensure no West Texan goes to bed hungry. 💚 Admission: $15 Table: $500-seats 8, pick of the kiln

  • Adult Coloring Group – CENTENNIAL

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

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