Events

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

  • Gastronomy – Free Admission

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

    Gastronomy Studio Art Quilt Associates Opens December 7, 2023, 12:00 PM - March 10, 2024 5:00 PM The Ellen Noël Art Museum hosts its current exhibition on loan from the Studio Art Quilt Associates, entitled “Gastronomy.” This collection is on view with free admission from December 7, 2023 - March 10, 2024. Please join us for MUSEUM UNCORKED: A NIGHT OF ART & WINE in conjunction with this exhibit on March 8, 2024. Gastronomy is the study of the relationship between food and culture, featuring not only the bountiful gifts from nature, but a gift from the human hand. The art of preparing unique, delicate food is a tradition passed from generation to generation around the world. It combines innovative ingredients, colors, textures, and flavors to create dishes that are pleasing to both the palate and the eye. This exhibition is the blend of the art of cooking and the artistry of quilting. Gastronomy showcases over 30 quilts created by members of the Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc. (SAQA) and juried by sisters and curators, Cecilia and Merce Gonzalez Desedamasis. This is the first time that the Ellen Noël Art Museum has hosted an exhibition by SAQA. They are a […]

  • Starbright Village

    McKinney Park 625 W Pool Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Music

    Date / Time: December 7th through January 2, 2024 – 6 pm to 11 pm (open nightly) Location: McKinney Park, 625 W Pool Road Join us at McKinney Park (off of Interstate-20 and Highway 385), during the month of December as the City of Odessa invite you to Starbright Village (presented by First Basin Credit Union), the largest display of lights in the Permian Basin. Over 300,000 lights and holiday themed displays bring the holiday season to life. Whether you’re walking or driving through, this event will bring out your holiday spirit as the lights shine bright and the holiday music plays over the radio.

  • Passive Program: Paper Airplanes

    Ector County Library
    Visual Arts

    Passive Program: Paper Airplanes Jan. 1 – 31 January 1, 2024 **Ongoing monthly take home craft available at the Children’s circulation desk** This month’s passive program is paper airplanes! Pick up a paper airplane design in the Children’s Department, make it and we will display it. When you turn it in you will receive a surprise! Location: 3rd Floor Children’s Department

  • Storytime + Wolf Craft

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    Storytime + Wolf Craft January 3, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come join us for Storytime and afterwards head to the basement Activity Room to make a wolf craft! *3rd Floor Auditorium & Basement Activity Room

  • Read to Felix

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    Read To Felix Come to the 3rd Floor Children’s Department, grab a book and read to our special friend of the library Felix the Therapy Dog. He loves to be read to by any and all readers! ***Event Subject to Change***

  • Bilingual Storytime

    Ector County Library
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    Come join us for Bilingual Storytime with Wolf stories and songs! *3rd Floor Auditorium

  • First Friday

    Downtown Odessa , United States
    Humanities

    WHAT IS FIRST FRIDAY? 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.

  • Live Music at Homemade Wines

    Homemade Wines 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, United States
    Music

    Hop into Homemade Wines every Saturday from 7pm – 10pm and enjoy live music from a local artist! 

  • Adventures in Art

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

    Adventures in Art Ages 6 - 12 Adventures in Art is an exhibition-driven class for children ages 6 - 12. We begin with a gallery walk of a related exhibition in the museum and finish with a studio art experience that changes with each class. This 1 hour class is held once a month from October - May. Registration is required in advance only of $20, due by the previous Thursday at 5:00 pm. Scholarships are available. For more information contact Annie Stanley here. January 7: 3D Design • February 4: Printmaking • March 3: Graphic Design