TOP THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK ~ June 16-22
MONDAY 6/16
Vitalant Blood Drive at Tripple C. Health Systems – Bloodmobile, 2008 West Wall. 9-11:45am. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
TUESDAY 6/17
Vitalant Blood Drive at MRC Global – Bloodmobile, 333 South County Road West, Odessa. 12-4pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at Kodiak Gas Services Midland – Bloodmobile, 3110 S County Rd 1180, Midland. 1-4:45pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Keep Midland Beautiful – Clue Crew Club. Midland Centennial Library. 10-11am. Get ready for a fun and educational experience with Keep Midland Beautiful! They’re back with their Clue Crew Club and will be hosting exciting, hands-on activities throughout the summer. Come out to learn all about recycling! It’s a great opportunity for kids and families to get involved and make a difference. Don’t miss out on the fun! INFO HERE.
1884 Farmers and Makers Market. Martin County Convent, 301 E Carpenter St, Stanton. 6pm. Come shop fresh produce, fresh baked goods, homemade gifts, and so much more! Food trucks will be available, and live entertainment. Family fun and community fellowship. DETAILS HERE.
WEDNESDAY 6/18
Vitalant Blood Drive at Betenbough Homes Midland, 6702 TX-349. 10am-2pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Storytime and Crafts: Sharks. Ector County Library. 10-11:30am. Being in West Texas, we don’t see sharks, but we’ll be reading and learning about them in storytime this week. Join us in the auditorium, then head to the basement activity room for a craft. FREE! INFO HERE.
Color Our World Wednesday. Midland Libraries. 11am-12pm Midland Downtown Library OR 1:30-2:30pm Midland Centennial Library. Use everyday objects to paint and stamp magical forests. FREE! INFO HERE.
THURSDAY 6/19
Vitalant Blood Drive at ConocoPhillips – Conference Room, 600 W. Illinois Avenue, Midland. 8am-4pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. SIGN UP HERE.
Third Thursday Reading Program. Bush Family Home. 5:30-6:30pm. Get ready for the next reading program, featuring an adorable book titled, “Stella the Gorilla” by Dawn Bartlett. As always, children will get a free copy of the featured book and partake in a related activity or craft! DETAILS 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. MORE INFO HERE.
Art Talk. Ellen Noël Art Museum. 6-7pm. This event is a wonderful opportunity for art enthusiasts to come together and delve into the mysteries of a particular painting as they enhance their visual literacy skills. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just curious, share your thoughts and insights in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Come be a part of Art Talk at the Ellen Noël Art Museum and experience art in a whole new way. INFO HERE.
Big Spring Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo. Gates open at 6:30pm at the Rodeo Bowl – 2900 Fairgrounds Road, Big Spring. Thursday night at the Big Spring Pro Rodeo is packed with excitement, featuring bronc riding, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping, bull riding, and mutton bustin’. TICKETS AND INFO HERE.
FRIDAY 6/20
Family Fridays. Museum of the Southwest. 10am-2pm. Looking for fun that’s educational AND exciting? Get ready for Family Fridays—a weekly adventure packed with hands-on activities, interactive experiments, and discovery for all ages! Perfect for curious kids and engaged grown-ups! Explore new themes each week. FREE with admission! DETAILS HERE.
Friday Flix: Dog Man. Midland Centennial Library. 1:30-3pm. All ages. Children under the age of 10 must have an accompanying adult. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Forever Forest: Knot Your Average Keychain. Midland Centennial Library 4:30-5:30pm. Make fun and functional durable paracord keychains. Teens. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Friday Night Flicks – Wreck it Ralph. Murry H. Fly Park, 3545 Boulder Ave. 6:30pm. This free event is open to all ages, so bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and popcorn for a fun night under the stars. Enjoy yard games like cornhole and spikeball before the movie, and grab a bite from local food trucks. Activities will start around 6:30 pm and the movie will begin shortly after. Don’t miss out on a great evening with family and friends. DETAILS HERE.
Friday Night Live at The Destination! 1705 W. Industrial Ave., Midland. This week’s featured act is Whiskey Cult, a local band playing danceable country music. No Cover. Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 8pm. Bar service and a food truck vendor are always available on-site. INFO HERE.
Big Spring Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo. Gates open at 6:30pm at the Rodeo Bowl – 2900 Fairgrounds Road, Big Spring. Friday night at the Big Spring Pro Rodeo brings another thrilling lineup of events, including bronc riding, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping, bull riding, and mutton bustin’. Plus, the post-rodeo concert with Roger Creager. TICKETS AND INFO HERE.
SATURDAY 6/21
KICKS 99.1 at All American Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Midland. Join us 1-3pm at for the best deals on new vehicles, plus savings on the huge selection of pre-owned vehicles. Plus we will have some cool giveaways!
Midland Downtown Farmers Market. 404 N Colorado Street. 8am-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.
Homestead & Health Seminar 2025. Jack E. Brown Conference Hall (Midland College.) 9am-4pm. Fun-filled day with education about gardening, food safety, and hands-on workshops. Registration is limited to the first 50 participants. REGISTER HERE.
Whiskers and Tails Adoption Event. Westlake Ace Hardware Midland. 11am-2pm. Come meet your new best friend! There will be puppies and kittens, as well as adult dogs and cats available for adoption. All pets are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Giveaways with each adoption! DETAILS HERE.
Storytime: There’s a Monster in Your Book! Museum of the Southwest, Durham Children’s Museum. 11-11:30am. Cozy up in our calming room for a sweet Saturday morning Storytime! Free with daily admission. INFO HERE.
Big Spring Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo. Parade at 10am. Gates open at 6:30pm at the Rodeo Bowl – 2900 Fairgrounds Road, Big Spring. Friday night at the Big Spring Pro Rodeo brings another thrilling lineup of events, including bronc riding, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping, bull riding, and mutton bustin’. Plus, the post-rodeo concert with Josh Abbott Band. TICKETS AND INFO HERE.
Almost Taylor – Live Tribute to Taylor Swift. The Tailgate. Doors at 6pm. Get ready to experience an unforgettable night filled with your favorite Taylor Swift hits. **This Is An All Ages Show! $10 minor upcharge at the door for anyone under the age of 21. Clear bag policy. No lawn chairs permitted. Food trucks on site. This is a rain or shine event. No refunds. TICKETS HERE.
SUNDAY 6/22
Cinema Under the Stars – Summer Fun Movies. Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 2pm, Show starts at 3:30pm. Get ready for the first Cinema Under the Stars of the summer season with a summer fun themed day! 3:30 PM Moana (2016) and 6:00 PM Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023). Enjoy FREE popcorn from Complex Community Federal Credit Union! Food trucks will be parked in the Wagner Noël PAC parking lot from 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Please note food trucks are independently operated, Wagner Noël PAC is not responsible for their pricing or service. TICKETS HERE.
Summer Sunday Lawn Concert: The Croakin’ Toads. Museum of the Southwest. 7-9pm. Pull out a lawn chair, bring along some refreshments, and enjoy this week’s entertainment, The Croakin’ Toads, and their mix of classic rock and hits from the 70s through today’s modern music!! FREE and open to the public! DETAILS HERE.
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