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  • Awkward Family Photos: The Exhibition

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

    Face it, every family has their awkward moments, there is no way around it. Awkward Family Photos: The Exhibition, aims to explore the imperfectly perfect moments that come with being a family, while taking comfort in the fact that your family is not alone. Awkward Family Photos features over 200 authentic photographs, each framed in vintage, era appropriate frames, capturing the essence of awkward family moments. Visitors will not only enjoy the visual display but also delve into the hilarious “behind the awkwardness” stories shared by the actual families involved. Created by the minds behind AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com, this exhibition has been on the road since 2012, capturing audiences with its humor and relatability. Whether you’re looking for a delightful family outing or seeking a good laugh, Awkward Family Photos is an exhibition you won’t want to miss. Open March 21 – June 2, 2024 Opening day is March 21st.

  • Passive Program: Make Your Own Chess Set

    Ector County Library
    Humanities

    **Ongoing monthly activity available at the Children’s circulation desk.** This month’s passive program is a fun adventure of wits and strategy – each chess move is a step towards exciting victories! Pick up supplies at the Children’s circulation desk to make your own chess set. Later in the month we will have a special Chess Class on April 22, 2024. Come to the basement activity room and learn to play chess with Chase Ross, the chess coach for Goddard JHS and Bunche Elementary School in Midland. Learn to move your pawns, the moves a knight can make, and how to checkmate your opponent.

  • Meals on Wheels – 24th Annual Mudbug

    Ector County Coliseum Barn G 4501 Andrews Hwy, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Please join us at the 24th Annual Mudbug: presented by Sewell Ford!                  Purchase Mudbug Tickets            

  • Mean Girls

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from book writer TINA FEY (“30 Rock”), composer JEFF RICHMOND (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde) and director CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon). The story of a naïve newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies, MEAN GIRLS “delivers with immense energy, a wicked sense of humor and joyful inside-jokery.” USA Today says, “We’ll let you in on a little secret, because we’re such good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!” Please note this performance will run 2 hrs & 30 mins, including a 15 min intermission

  • Brahms! – Masterworks Series

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

    Reuben Kebede, violin Violin Concerto - SAMUEL COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Variations on a Theme by Haydn -  JOHANNES BRAHMS Hungarian Dances - JOHANNES BRAHMS Academic Festival Overture - JOHANNES BRAHMS Side-by-side with UTPB Orchestra & Local Students Featuring violinist Reuben Kebede, with the resident graduate string quartet at Juilliard, and favorites for orchestra by Brahms.

  • Adventures in Art – Portraits

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

    Learn drawing techniques to help you master the art of portraiture. Stay tuned for information on how to sign up coming soon!

  • CPT Anniversary – Live Music: Zak Webb

    Cork and Pig Tavern 7260 E. Texas 191 #204, Odessa, TX, United States
    Music

    Happy Anniversary Cork & Pig Tavern Odessa-! April 15th, Live music 6-9pm & tap takeover from Tall City Brewing Co. 5-9pm. Incredible music, amazing food & Tall City Brewing swag!

  • Meet the Author: Rosie Talley

    Ector County Library
    Humanities

    Originally from a small farming community in Southeastern Colorado, Rosie Talley resides in West Texas with her husband and daughter. Rosie is the author of Linus the Troll and Linus the Troll and the Isle of Huggles. Ever since childhood, Rosie has had a passion for storytelling. She looks forward to sharing more of her stories in the future. Join us for a special book reading: “Linus the Troll” by Rosie Talley -Ask questions -Buy a signed copy! *Location: 3rd Floor Auditorium

  • Art Tales: The Story of Ferdinand

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    PLEASE NOTE THAT: The Ellen Noel Art Museum is temporarily housed inside the UTPB Presidential Archives