This exhibition is the third in a series of American art exhibitions created through a multiyear, multi-institutional partnership formed by the Amon Carter Museum of American Art as part of the Art Bridges Cohort Program. Bringing together more than 66 works from the collection of Art Bridges, the Amarillo Museum of Art, Art Museum of South Texas, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, and the Ellen Noël Art Museum, this exhibition features family lifecycles from aging to death. This collection of works, comprised of paintings, photographs, works on paper, and video, delves into the milestones and challenges of family and community life—from birth to aging, and from the bonds of joy to the fractures of loss. The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on how we form families and communities; how those relationships are disrupted by adversity, such as illness, poverty, or immigration; and how they are fortified through love, celebration, and resilience.
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2 events,inosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice™ exhibit transports families back to the Cretaceous Period (70-65 million years ago), allowing children and adults to explore dinosaur habitats and gain a deeper understanding how these fascinating animals lived. Children will go face-to-face with the prehistoric world and meet dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes. The exhibit, aimed for children aged 3 to 10, features interactive activities. Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice™ was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum. This project is made possible by a grant from the David B. Jones Foundation. Sponsored locally by The FMH Foundation, The Helen Greathouse Charitable Trust, Carnegie Circle, and The Midland County Public Library Foundation. |
2 events,For dancers ages 12+ and younger dancers who have 1+ year of En Pointe training. Age cutoff date is May 15, 2026. SESSION 1 Mon. July 20 - Thurs. July 23 3:30-5:30pm SESSION 2 Mon. July 27 - Thurs. July 30 3:30-5:30pm $120/session Full amount due at registration. Regular dance class attendance isn’t just good for improving your technique. It’s also the #1 way to avoid injury! Register for Summer Classes today to maintain your strength and flexibility while protecting your body during the summer break. Dress Code: Leotard, Tights, Ballet Slippers, Pointe Shoes. Hair must be worn in a ballet bun. ATTN: COMPANY & JUNIOR COMPANY DANCERS You MUST take at least 2 weeks of training over the summer. This is for your safety, as regular class attendance is the #1 way to prevent injury. Failure to comply will jeopardize Company placement. Please reach out with any questions or concerns. |
5 events,Leanne Morgan rose to prominence with her debut Netflix special I’m Every Woman, showcasing her signature blend of relatable humor and Southern charm. Since early 2023, the special has become Netflix’s most-viewed stand-up special from a female comedian globally, cementing Morgan’s breakout success after more than 25 years on the road building a devoted fanbase. That momentum quickly translated to the stage. In the first six months of her Just Getting Started tour, Morgan sold more than 100,000 tickets, headlining prestigious venues including the Chicago Theatre, American Airlines Arena, and Nashville's iconic Ryman Auditorium in her native Tennessee. Her seamless transition from intimate comedy clubs to large-scale theaters and arenas affirmed her status as a major force in stand-up. Morgan’s second Netflix special, Unspeakable Things, premiered on November 4, 2025, debuting at #1 worldwide. The special earned a 2026 Critics' Choice Association nomination for Best Comedy Special and won a 2026 Gracie Award, further cementing her growing industry recognition. It marks the second of multiple planned hour-long specials for Netflix. A native of rural Tennessee, Morgan has built her career on finding humor in the everyday family life, marriage, and the unexpected twists of getting older. Her warm, candid storytelling […] Join us for The Sound of Music at Stonegate’s outdoor amphitheater on July 24, 25, 31, and August 1 at 8 PM and July 30 at 7:30 pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and settle in under the stars for a beautiful evening of live theatre. This is a wonderful experience for the whole family, full of music, heart, and unforgettable moments. You won’t want to miss it! Get tickets here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=19870 |
3 events,Join us for The Sound of Music at Stonegate’s outdoor amphitheater on July 24, 25, 31, and August 1 at 8 PM and July 30 at 7:30 pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and settle in under the stars for a beautiful evening of live theatre. This is a wonderful experience for the whole family, full of music, heart, and unforgettable moments. You won’t want to miss it! Get tickets here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=19870 |
3 events,7:30-10:30 pm Every Saturday In The Odessa Marriott Lobby co-sponsored by the Jazz Society and Odessa Arts Join us for The Sound of Music at Stonegate’s outdoor amphitheater on July 24, 25, 31, and August 1 at 8 PM and July 30 at 7:30 pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and settle in under the stars for a beautiful evening of live theatre. This is a wonderful experience for the whole family, full of music, heart, and unforgettable moments. You won’t want to miss it! Get tickets here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=19870 |
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Viridiana Marquez (Media Executive Producer) & Gracie Ortiz (Producer) welcome you to the first broadcast of MUJERONAS coming to Odessa. Norma Navarro & Angie Lang along with Angle Diaz - Visto Marketing & Producer from Dallas, Texas, also work with A Estilo Dallas Fort Worth, a digital TV program that focuses on Culture, Fashion, Art, Music, Community Events, and anything that educates and informs the community. Norma Navarro also travels with Dia de Los Muertos USA, which has reachedDallas, Houston, Odessa, Los Angeles, California, and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Norma Navarro is also the Founder & Producer of Frida Fest, started 3 years ago in Dallas, Texas. Now she is hosting a broadcast show called MUJERONAS - a program created to help, encourage, and empower women through Leadership, Connection & Content. That's how Frida Fest started. We are bringing, for the first time to West Texas, ODESSA FRIDA FEST! Frida Fest started with strong, courageous women who have passion, leadership and skills that deserve to be recognized - just like Frida. |
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3 events,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.
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Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. A platinum-recording artist, Rodney's recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter's Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, "Get Em Out," (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album "Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut "Hangin' With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C'mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter's Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin' With Rodney” and "Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights," a tribute to our military. Mature Audiences ONLY! |
3 events,7:30-10:30 pm Every Saturday In The Odessa Marriott Lobby co-sponsored by the Jazz Society and Odessa Arts |
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3 events,7:30-10:30 pm Every Saturday In The Odessa Marriott Lobby co-sponsored by the Jazz Society and Odessa Arts |
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2 events,Introducing the next edition of The Curated Table, a dinner and fundraising series at the Museum! Paired with the exhibition Latinos on Wheels: Lowrides of Tejas, this special evening features a tequila-forward dining experience with a thoughtfully curated three-grouse gourmet meal, including expertly paired tequila tastings throughout the evening. Guests can explore the exhibition, enjoy music, and hear from featured tequila experts throughout the night. Individual tickets: $250 Table for 8 Guests: $3,000 |
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Experience Classic Albums Live as they perform Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours 'note for note, cut for cut, live on stage at Wagner Noël PAC plus a Fleetwood Mac greatest hits set! Rumours became the fastest-selling album of all time and won the GRAMMY® in 1977 for Album of the Year. To date, it has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide. The hit songs on the album, (Go Your Own Way, You Make Loving Fun, Second Hand News, Never Going Back Again, The Chain and Gold Dust Woman) reflected the turmoil within the band itself and fueled the creativity that made the band a phenomenon. |
4 events,Event by Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 N. FM 1788, Midland, TX, United States, Texas 79707 Prepárate para una noche inolvidable en Odessa, Texas, donde la presencia de Dios será el centro y los cielos se abrirán sobre nuestra ciudad. Cielos Abiertos llega con un tiempo de adoración, palabra y avivamiento que encenderá tu fe y renovará tu corazón. En esta ocasión especial, contamos con la participación de: Marcos YaroideUno de los adoradores más influyentes del mundo hispano, conocido por su voz única y su profunda unción que transforma atmósferas y toca corazones. Laura CárdenasSalmista y ministra de adoración, reconocida por llevar a la iglesia a momentos de intimidad profunda con Dios a través de su sensibilidad y pasión An encounter that will mark your life Get ready for an unforgettable night in Odessa, Texas, where the presence of God will be the center and the heavens will open over our city. Open Heavens arrives with a time of worship, word, and revival that will ignite your faith and renew your heart. This special event features: Marcos YaroideOne of the most influential worship ministers in the Hispanic world, known for his unique voice and the deep anointing that […]
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William Lee Martin is the comic who finds humor in life’s decisions that seemed smart at the time. From marriage and parenting to money, pride, and poor judgment, William turns everyday moments into loud laugh-out stories that feel honest, familiar, and wildly funny. A Texas native with four hit comedy specials (including two on amazon prime and a new one on YouTube), William has built a loyal following with his warm, relatable storytelling and sharp observations. This tour is a one-man comedy experience audiences walk away talking about—and recommending to friends. Life is funnier with William Lee Martin. 7:30-10:30 pm Every Saturday In The Odessa Marriott Lobby co-sponsored by the Jazz Society and Odessa Arts |
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3 events,7:30-10:30 pm Every Saturday In The Odessa Marriott Lobby co-sponsored by the Jazz Society and Odessa Arts From the Wind, That Which Augurs ENNIS HARRIS Composer in attendance and Saxophone Soloist Piano Concerto No. 3 SERGEI PROKOFIEV Featuring Clayton Stephenson, Piano Appears by arrangement with the Cliburn Agency Symphony No. 5 SERGEI PROKOFIEV |
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3 events,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.
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3 events,7:30-10:30 pm Every Saturday In The Odessa Marriott Lobby co-sponsored by the Jazz Society and Odessa Arts |