TOP THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK ~March 16-22
MONDAY 3/16
Fine Motor Mondays. Midland Downtown Library 10:30-12:30pm. Recommended for 0-9 years. Each library will set out a variety of fun blocks and building materials for creative, self-led playtime. A great opportunity to proactive sharing and cleaning up after yourself. INFO HERE.
Scooby-Doo! Diamond Painted Coasters. Midland Centennial Library. 5:30-6:30pm. Enjoy the relaxing craft of diamond painting/ Small detail work. INFO HERE.
TUESDAY 3/17 St. Patricks Day
Works of Art: Lucky Charm. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 11am OR 4pm. Draw, color, and watch the magic happen as your artwork shrinks into a tiny lucky charm using shrink film! A little art, a little magic, and lots of fun! Ages 4+. DETAILS HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Odessa Community, 3412 W. University Blvd., Odessa. Open 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Liquid Leprechaun. Midland Centennial Library. 3-4pm. Recommended for ages 6-18. Create your own “Liquid Leprechaun”-a colorful bubbly craft inspired by St. Patrick’s Day magic. Come dressed for a little mess and a lot of fun! DETAILS HERE.
Family Craft Night: Suncatchers. Ector County Library. 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm. Bring the family to make your very own suncatcher to hang where the light can strike the pretty colors and add a rainbow of light to the room. INFO HERE.
West Texas Winds. Rea-Greathouse Recital Hall at Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. 7:30pm. TICKETS HERE.
WEDNESDAY 3/18
Art Tales: When I Am Big. Ellen Noël Art Museum. 10-11am. Get ready for a delightful event tailored for art-loving preschoolers aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. Immerse yourselves in a beautifully illustrated story and a fun art activity. This free event offers an engaging children’s story followed by a hands-on art project related to the tale. This is a special edition of Art Tales featuring the story Aladdin & the Magic Lamp, followed by a special dance performance by Midland Festival Ballet. All ages welcome! Young attendees will be entertained by a whimsical and imaginative counting book that encourages young children to dream big and explore the possibilities of growing up. After the story, children will participate in an art activity inspired by the adventures. DETAILS HERE.
Storytime: Spring. Ector County Library. 10-12 noon. Spring is coming so let’s celebrate the birth of new flowers and animals coming out of hibernation in storytime today. Activity following storytime. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at EOG Resources, 5509 Champion, Midland. Open 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Toddler Tales with The Cat in the Hat. Midland Centennial Library. 11am. Join us in igniting a lifelong passion for learning in your child! Our program features activities designed to enhance literacy and cognitive development through stories, engaging rhymes, songs and energetic movements. Recommended for ages 3-5. INFO HERE.
Non-Profit Expo. Bush Convention Center. 11am-1pm. Get to know some of the amazing non-profits that serve our community and learn how you can get involved! The Nonprofit Management Center is generously donating a seat to the next Generations Class (in 2027). Anyone who attends the Expo will have a chance to win! INFO HERE.
Our Town Everywhere. Odessa College (SCC FOYER). Help celebrate 100 years of Odessa by becoming part of the town’s story! Join us to create a self-portrait that will be displayed around town as part of the community celebration. This event is free for everyone, and students can enjoy free food while participating! Come express your creativity, celebrate our community, and help create a portrait of Odessa made by the people who call it home. DETAILS HERE.
Music at the Museum: Musical Rainbows. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 4-4:30pm. Shake, shimmy, and shine with your own rainbow tambourine! Create and dance around with your new homemade instrument! INFO HERE.
THURSDAY 3/19
Works of Art: Lucky Charm. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 11am OR 4pm. Draw, color, and watch the magic happen as your artwork shrinks into a tiny lucky charm using shrink film! A little art, a little magic, and lots of fun! Ages 4+. DETAILS HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at YMCA Odessa, 3001 University, Odessa. Open 2:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Odessa High School, 1301 N. Dotsy, Odessa. Open 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Read to Felix! Ector County Library Children’s Department. 4-5pm. Come to the 3rd Floor Children’s Department, grab a book, and read to Felix the Therapy Dog. He loves to be read to by any and all readers! INFORMATION HERE.
LEGO Lab. Midland Downtown Library. 4-5pm. Recommended for ages 6-11. Explore your creative and industrial abilities with LEGO bricks in independent designs or specific challenges. DETAILS HERE.
The Potter’s Palette. Midland Downtown Library. 4-5pm. Get creative and personalize a terra cotta planter using a variety of design ideas and painting techniques. INFO HERE.
Midland Festival Ballet Story Time. Midland Centennial Library. 5-6pm. Recommended for ages 3-5. Join us in igniting a lifelong passion for learning in your child! Our program features activities designed to enhance literacy and cognitive development through stories, engaging rhymes, songs and energetic movements. DETAILS HERE.
Third Thursday Reading Program. Bush Family Home. 5:30-6:30-pm. This week’s Third Thursday Reading Program features Phee’s Phobias by Stephanie Cobb. The guest reader is the author herself! Come by at 5:30 PM to join us as we read the book and participate in a fun activity afterwards. Kids in attendance get to take home a free copy of our featured book! INFO HERE.
Open Mic Night at The Destination! A FREE community open mic night. Bring your instrument or voice and showcase your skills on stage! Any style is welcome. Sound and stage provided. Doors open at 6 PM. Family and pet-friendly. Bar service and food are always available on-site. 1705 W Industrial Ave in Midland. This week you can meet adoptable pets from Whiskers and Tails! MORE INFO HERE.
OutWest presents Midland. Midland County Horseshoe. 6pm. THIS IS A 16+ EVENT. A $10 minor upcharge applies to guests ages 16–20 and will be collected at the door. Valid government-issued ID is required for entry. Ticket Pricing: General Admission – $35 Advance / $45 Day of Show. Doors open at 6:00 PM. No re-entry once admitted. Clear bag policy strictly enforced. Food and beverage available for purchase inside the venue. TICKETS HERE.
CASA 2026 Murder Mystery Fundraiser. Odessa Country Club. 6:30pm. CASA of the Permian Basin is hosting an Old Western Whodunnit Murder Mystery Fundraiser on March 19th at the Odessa Country Club, and you’re invited to help us solve the case! Get ready for an evening of suspense, laughter, cowboy boots, and community spirit—all in support of local children in foster care. Your participation helps ensure every child has a strong, compassionate advocate by their side. Dust off your best Western attire and get ready for a night of crime, chaos, and questionable alibis. TICKETS HERE.
FRIDAY 3/20
KICKS 99.1 at All American Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Odessa. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 4-6pm at 2510 E 8th St, Odessa. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
Music at the Museum: Musical Rainbows. Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum. 11-11:30am OR 4-4:30pm. Shake, shimmy, and shine with your own rainbow tambourine! Create and dance around with your new homemade instrument! INFO HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Midland Memorial Hospital, 400 Rosalind Redfern Grover Pkwy, Midland. Open 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Canvas Painting. Midland Downtown Library. 4:30-5:40. Unleash your creativity as we paint beautiful, colorful flowers. DETAILS HERE.
Friday Night Live at The Destination! 1705 W. Industrial Ave., Midland. Friday Night Live is a show of support for local and regional bands. This Friday’s featured band is: Johnny Blaine and the Spur Band. No Cover. Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 8pm. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on-site. INFO HERE.
SATURDAY 3/21
KICKS 99.1 at Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show. Bldg G, Ector County Coliseum. Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-5pm. All of your survival wants and needs, with new and old vendors all under one roof. Two days of fun: Saturday 9AM-5PM and Sunday 10AM-5PM at Ector County Coliseum, Bldg G. Cash admission only. Admission is $9 adults, 2 day pass $15, kids 5-12 only $1. $1 off Military, NRA, or TSRA with ID. DETAILS HERE.
97 GOLD and CBD Way at Briar Patch Days 11-1. There is something for everyone so be sure to stop by Midland Co. Horseshoe Arena. A huge variety of vendors with handmade items including home decor, home canned items, collectibles, primitive items, jewelry, baby items, women’s clothing, cups, hangers, purses, things for the guys and much more! FREE to everyone. MORE INFO HERE.
95X at All American Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Midland. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 1-3pm at 3801 W Wall St. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
KICKS 99.1 at All American Chevrolet of Midland. Come check out the huge selection of new and used vehicles and save big. 1-3pm at 4100 W Wall St, Midland. We’ll have some giveaways, don’t miss out.
Spring Community Cleanup. City of Odessa, 814 W 42nd St, Odessa. 8am-12noon. Volunteers will come together to help clean up local parks, neighborhoods, and public spaces. Scan the QR code to register, click on the link provided or contact Keep Odessa Beautiful. This family-friendly event is a great way to give back, beautify our community, and make a positive impact. INFO HERE.
American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR, First Aid and AED Certification Course. OC Sports Center, 201 W University Blvd, Odessa. 9:00am. Fee: $75 per person. Must be at least 12 years to register for this course. Certification through the American Heart Association, where students learn skills such as how to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid emergencies. REGISTER HERE.
Midland Downtown Farmers Market. 404 N Colorado Street. 9am-12noon. MDFM is open every Saturday, rain or shine. With a new permanent location on Colorado Street, you can be sure to find all of your produce and homemade needs here. Dogs on a leash are always welcome. DETAILS HERE.
Aladdin and the Magic Carpet Spring Brunch. Museum of the Southwest. 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Step into wonder at the Museum of the Southwest, in partnership with Midland Festival Ballet, for a brand-new Aladdin and the Magic Carpet Spring Brunch—an enchanting morning of color, flavor, imagination, and family-friendly fun. TICKETS HERE.
Hop to It. McCoy’s (Midland and Odessa Locations). 10AM-2PM. Bring the kids out to your local McCoy’s to decorate a springtime basket – all project materials provided. Plus, we’ll have snacks and drinks at this free, family-friendly event. Bucket decorating is free of charge and while supplies last. No registration required. INFO HERE.
Whiskers and Tails Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic. First Baptist Church Midland. 11am-2pm. In honor of National Pet Vaccination Month, we are offering FREE DAPPV (parvo/distemper) and FVRCP vaccines to help keep pets in our community healthy and protected. Rabies and other vaccinations will be offered, along with microchipping, deworming and more. REGISTER HERE.
Artist in You. Midland Centennial Library. 11:30am-12:30pm. Recommended for ages 10-17. Unlock your artistic potential while learning a variety of techniques and experiment with diverse media. DETAILS HERE.
Live at The Destination: A-Train & The Texicanos. The Destination Midland. 7pm. This Saturday, The Destination features Albert Garcia, A-Train & The Texicanos, a rock-n-roll band playing original music and cover favorites. Don’t miss this energetic show! Reserve your table today! Call 432-352-0913. Tickets pre-sale $10, $12 at the door. Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm. Bar service and food trucks are always available. TICKETS HERE.
Styx. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. Doors Open at 7pm. 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. 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). TICKETS HERE.
SUNDAY 3/22
Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show. Bldg G, Ector County Coliseum. Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-5pm. All of your survival wants and needs, with new and old vendors all under one roof. Two days of fun: Saturday 9AM-5PM and Sunday 10AM-5PM at Ector County Coliseum, Bldg G. Cash admission only. Admission is $9 adults, 2 day pass $15, kids 5-12 only $1. $1 off Military, NRA, or TSRA with ID. DETAILS HERE.
The Next Generation Leahy. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. 7:00pm. As with all forces of nature, the music and energy created by The Next Generation Leahy simply cannot be contained. The drive to create music is powerful within each of the Leahy children. It has given rise to multi-instrumental talents, whose dynamic live performances have been described as “astounding” and “breath-taking.” The music that lives in each of these young people – which is so joyful, so positive, and so rare – overflows from them and affects audiences who have witnessed something truly unique and remarkable. TICKETS HERE.
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