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First Friday

Downtown Odessa , United States

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

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

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

Storytime + Fox Craft

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

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

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Art Tales

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

Ages 3 - 5 Art Tales is a free program that includes a live reading of a beautifully illustrated children’s book and followed by a hands-on art activity that is age appropriate. This 30 minute program is geared towards children age 3 - 5 and held twice a month October - May. Upcoming Dates for 2023/ 2024: December 6: What Pete Ate from A-Z January 10: A Child of Books January 24: Dragon Loves Tacos February 7: Tiny, Perfect Things February 21: The Day the Crayons Quit

Books and Babies

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

Babies need books and songs to enjoy, too! Join us in the auditorium for the show and then take the babies to play in the baby room.  *3rd Floor Auditorium

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Read to Felix

Ector County Library 321 W. 5th St., Odessa, TX, United States

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***

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Knit & Stitch – Free

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

Help us create a post-modern sewing circle. Knitters, Quilters, Stitchers- or those who would like to be! All are invited to bring current projects to work on while we share techniques and ideas. · Free

Cactus Painting Class – Homemade Wines

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

Come paint with me at Homemade Wines ! Let’s Paint in a fun relaxed environment alongside yummy wines and foods (purchased separately). Ages 12 and up. No outside food or drinks please. Paint instruction will begin at 6:30pm sharp. Please arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes early so that you can get your seats and refreshments ordered.