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July 12-September 25…. 12 Week Couch to 5K Program – Training Ground is partnering with Susan G. Komen with the goal to have the team at Race for the Cure with the most registered participants! The cost of this 12 week training program is only $20! This is includes a weekly running schedule, a group run every Saturday until race day, and a group run t-shirt (all participants will be asked to wear this shirt every Saturday to our runs). All proceeds will go to Susan G. Komen. Race for the Cure is on October 2nd this year. Leigh Daniel, Training Ground’s newest trainer and will be leading this event. You might remember her from her amazing career at Texas Tech or you might have seen her get married on the Today show earlier this year! To register for the couch to 5K or for more information visit the website… www.traininggroundpes.com.

July 29….Children’s Author Dolores Mosser at Lubbock Public Library - Local author Dolores Mosser will read her children’s book A Train Story. Pick up your free tickets at the library the day of the show—space is limited. Tickets are first come, first served. For more information, call 775-2838. Groves Branch Library (5520 9th Street) 10:30 a.m.

July 29….Teen Movie at Groves Branch Library - Teens going into grades 6-12 can come for a movie and popcorn. For movie title or other information, call 767-3733. Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street; 3 p.m.

July 30-31….”Honky Tonk Angels” - Move over Charlie's Angels - here come "The Honky Tonk Angels"...the fabulous production of a musical comedy by Ted Swindley, the author of the hit "Always Patsy Cline". Come and enjoy this hilariously funny, rollicking and touching journey that celebrates the women's voices in country music. Travel through the years with classics from Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn and Kitty Wells up to contemporary favorites by the likes of Dolly Parton, K.T. Oslin and Reba McEntire. You will experience these and many other great songs through the eyes of the three country gals who meet on a bus on their way to Nashville to follow the "Music City dream" of becoming a star. Romance, husband problems, independence and a little gospel thrown in for good measure result in a thrilling theatrical mixture of laughter, friendship and maybe a tear or two. "Stand By Your Man", "Coal Miner's Daughter", "Delta Dawn" and "Harper Valley PTA" are just a few of the hits you will experience on the wings of "Honky Tonk Angels"! Directed by Jane Prince-Jones and produced By Don Caldwell, the show features Cami Caldwell, Sheena Fadeyi and returning from Nashville, especially for this show, all-time Cactus favorite Macy Hill, with Donnie Allison as Nashville club owner "Bubba." Tickets are $25. For tickets and more information please call the Box Office at 806-762-3233. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

July 31….Mentoring and Prison/Jail Ministry Training - The Simple Acts Ministry of Lubbock Texas, in cooperation with Prison Fellowship International, is sponsoring this informative event. Certificates of completion will be presented for each module completed. To register, contact Ted Zobeck, ted@simpleactsministry.org, 806-928-8345 or Bob Hawes, Bob@ssil.org, 806-799-8835 for more information. Please register by July 23 to allow time to order training materials. For local prison ministry information see www.simpleactsministry.org Oakwood Methodist Church Overton (fellowship) Hall, 2215 58th Street; 8 a.m.- 7 p.m.

July 31….Family Day at Apple Country Orchards - Family day is this Saturday at the Apple Orchard ! There will be fresh peach and apple pancakes and sausage starting at 9 a.m. with proceeds to benefit the South Plains Food Bank GRUB kids! Kids, come pick 3 lbs of apples free for your family! Come and enjoy free hayrides through the orchard, BBQ brisket and fixins for lunch, and peach and apple pies, turnovers and fresh peaches just picked from the orchard. Apple Country Orchards., 4 miles east of Idalou on Hwy 62; 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.

July 31….Back to School Fiesta - This is a free annual event open to students and families from Lubbock and the surrounding areas. During the event students and their families receive information and resource sessions in English and Spanish to encouraging the pursuit of higher education, enjoy speakers, free food and entertainment, chances to win prizes, free school supplies and are introduced to organizations and resources that promote higher education and family wellness. Early registration begins at 9:45 a.m. There are 2 sessions to choose from 1 begins at 10:15 a.m. 2 begins at 11:30 a.m, United Spirit Arena, 1701 Indiana; 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

July 31, August 6, 14, 27-28….Lubbock Moonlight Musicals presents "Willy Wonka” - The musical “Willy Wonka” is based on Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate factory,” adapted for the stage by Leslie Bricusse and Tim McDonald. Gerald Dolter is stage director; Jacob Miller will conduct. John Davis stars as Willy Wonka, with Benjamin Betts as Charlie Bucket and Mark Martin as Grandpa Joe. . For tickets call Select-A-Seat at 806.770.2000. Wells Fargo Amphitheater, in Mackenzie Park. 413 E. Broadway, Gates open at 7 p.m. Shows begin at 8 p.m.

August 1….2010 Judson Maynard Summer Carillon Series - There will be a carillon concert every Sunday evening continuing through August 1. A special concert for July 3rd (9 a.m.) is also planned in conjunction with the Fourth on Broadway celebration. Dr. Roy Wilson, adjunct professor of organ and carillon, cordially invites you to bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets to listen from the Memorial Circle north of the Administration Building. Families with children are welcome. The concerts start right after the electronic bells chime the hour and are 40-45 minutes in length. Programming will include popular songs, classical, folk music, hymns, songs for children, and original compositions for the carillon. Performance dates are as follows: June 13, Roy Wilson, Lubbock, TX June 20, Will Balch, Katy, TX June 27, Jim Quashnock July 3, (9 a.m.) (Fourth on Broadway) Arla Jo Anderton/Roy Wilson July 4, Judson Maynard, Denton, TX July 11, Judson Maynard July 18, Judson Maynard July 25, Denise Koncelik, Wichita Falls, TX August 1, Cole Shooter, Lubbock, TX. For further information contact Roy Wilson, 799-7227, or royjaneann@hotmail.com. Memorial Circle north of the Administration Building, Texas Tech; 8 p.m.

August 2….Teen Chess Club - The Monday Afternoon Chess Club will meet at the Mahon Library. All kids middle school age and up are invited. Chess sets will be provided. For more information, call 775-2838. Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, 2 p.m.- 5 p.m.

August 2….Scrabble Night - The Groves Branch Library will host a Scrabble night. Bring a Scrabble board if you have one, or just join a game. Adults and teens welcome. For more information, please call 767-3733. Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street, 2 p.m.- 7 p.m.

August 2-4….CSI: Lubbock Camp - learn how scientists who study evidence help solve crimes. This camp has it all: biology, chemistry, cool technologies and of course, lots of fun! This camp is for ages 7-9 and 10-12. There will be a real mystery to solve at the end of camp, will you be the detective scientist that breaks the case? Call 806.745.6299 for more information or visit www.sciencespectrum.org. Science Spectrum & Omni Theater, 2579 South Loop 289; 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

August 2-6….Music Camp at First United Methodist Church – This camp is for ages 1st through 5th grade. The activity fee is $50.00. To register please email Brandy Seright at bseright@fumc.com. The instructor will be Jenny Dees. First United Methodist Church, 1411 Broadway; 9 a.m.- noon.

August 3….Teen Program - The Mahon Library invites students going into grades 6-12 to attend the “Video Game Vortex”. Come play Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, and other video games. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the library at 775-2838. Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, 3 p.m.

August 3….Learn to Knit - Come to the Groves Branch Library and learn the basics of Continental style knitting. Bring size 8 knitting needles and worsted weight yarn. For more information, please call the library at 767-3733. Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street; 6:30 p.m.

August 3….27th Annual National Night Out - Scheduled annually on the first Tuesday, in August, this year’s National Night Out will be celebrated from 7 to 9 p.m. Residents in neighborhoods throughout Lubbock and across the nation are encouraged to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police. Each year neighborhoods throughout Lubbock host a variety of special events such as block parties, cookouts, visits from local police and fire departments, carnivals, ice cream socials, and the like. The benefits derived from National Night Out continue to benefit the community well beyond that one night.

August 3….The Salvation Army Community Block Party - The Salvation Army will host a free night of safe, kid-friendly, family fun in celebration of National Night Out which encourages individuals to leave their homes and spend time with their neighbors. The event will include: a bouncy house, Bingo with prizes, hot dogs, dessert and so much more! Everyone is welcome! Dave Freriks Park, 1600 Avenue K (Corner of 16th Street and Avenue K in downtown Lubbock); 7 p.m.- 9 p.m.

August 4, 11….Kids Summer Cookie Camp - Hey kids, looking for some sweet, creative and fun this summer? Cookie Camp is back! Everyone is invited to Cookies by Design every Wednesday afternoon through the summer to have a blast decorating a different summer fun theme cookie each week! Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 806-794-6992 to reserve your spot –they fill up fast! Take advantage of this opportunity to create a tasty work of art! Cookies by Design, September Place Shopping Center, 3310-82nd Street; (4 time choices) 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.

August 5….Lubbock Fun Club SOS August Monthly Dinner - This is going to be another great dinner! Seating is limited and space will be reserved for regular attendees that RSVP no later than Monday, August 2nd by 6 p.m. Special note to “first” time attendees to the dinner…..you are welcome even though a RSVP has not been made. The cost: Order from menu, 20% tip will be added to your ticket. For any questions and to RSVP feel free to call Jeanne at 777-9484. Triple J Chophouse - 1807 Buddy Holly Avenue; 6:30 p.m.

August 5….Book Discussion - The Groves Branch Library will host a discussion of “Beat the Reaper” by Josh Bazell. Refreshments will be served. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library. For more information, call 767-3733. Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street; 7 p.m.

August 6, 7….Lubbock's Regional Firefighters Combat Challenge - Cheer on Team Carpet Tech of Lubbock and firefighters from around the country as they compete head-to-head in an athletic competition dubbed by ESPN as "The Toughest Two Minutes in Sports". This event is free, family-friendly and open to the public. There is also a free "Junior Firefighter Challenge" and a fire safety city for the kids. Refreshments, souvenirs, giveaways and covered seating will be available. West parking lot of the South Plains Mall, Loop 289 and Slide; Friday at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m.

August 6-7….Stars of the Cactus - Your favorite Cactus artists return to the stage to perform their most popular hits from the Cactus songbook featuring Terri Caldwell, Camille Powe, Donnie Allison, Jason Fellers, Jeff Bailey, Jeff McCreight, Lesley Sawyer, Butch Avery & the Lubbock Texas Rhythm Machine! Tickets are $25. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

August 7….Recycling Style Show – Come see this year’s styles at affordable prices. For more information call 765-9434. Salvation Army Family Store, 1102 Slide Road; 11 a.m.

August 7….Fifth Annual Hub City Beach Party - Come enjoy this fun event to raise money for Foster*A*Life which is a nonprofit agency that grants dreams to foster children in the 18 counties surrounding and including Lubbock. The mission of Foster*A*Life is to provide otherwise unavailable assistance, services, and opportunities to children who have been placed in foster care. There will be many beach related activities and games to enjoy during the evening such as beach pong contest which starts at 6 p.m. (with cash prizes) and a treasure hunt (The Lost Shaker of Salt). The Lost Shaker of Salt also has gift certificates, rounds of golf, dinners at restaurants, a two night stay at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, passes to Six Flags and much more!! There will be a beach and volcano and delicious food from The Ultimate Tailgaters. There also will be a souvenir shop called The Tiki Island Tourist Trap where those special purchases can be made in order to remember the trip to Hub City Beach! It’s fun for the whole family! It should be noted that adult beverages will be served. By popular demand, the Florida band named “The Landsharks” is returning. They put on the most phenomenal show! The band is considered to be a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, but they have a varied play list. They have played with Jimmy Buffett and have been the opening act of his show many times. The Landsharks have also opened for acts such as Patti LaBelle, Three Dog Night, War and The Beach Boys. They have performed at parties for Bill Gates of Microsoft, Michael Eisner at Walt Disney, filmmaker, George Lucas and the prime minister of Canada! They have also performed for the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XXXIX festivities including the post game party. Tickets are $15.00 and available at Select-A-Seat with a $3.00 service charge. Tickets are also available at the gate on the day of the event for $20.00. Group rate available only through Foster*A*Life office only: 10 tickets for $13.00 each. Wrist bands will be available so attendees can come and go! Raffle tickets are $10 each for chance to win two tickets to any Southwest Airlines destination. Cactus Courtyard, 1801 Buddy Holly Ave; 4 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (Concert begins at 7:30 p.m.)

August 9….18th Annual Children's Orthopaedic Society Golf Classic - Join in and tee off to support the children and families of West Texas! Free golf clinics are available prior to each tee time. A nacho bar courtesy of Abuelos, beverages, raffle prizes, and hole-in-one give-a-ways will be provided. Various levels of participation and sponsorship are available. Sponsorships are $20,000 - $300, Teams of 4 are $1,000, and individual players are $250. All players will receive event shirts and caps, memorabilia to-go-cup and drink tickets. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Orthopaedic Society, Inc. The Children’s Orthopaedic Society, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to helping the children and families of West Texas and Eastern New Mexico with traumatic orthopaedic injuries and special needs. With the help of the Children’s Orthopaedic Society, the Children’s Orthopaedic Center and Children’s Orthopaedics of Lubbock are able to provide a broad range of medical, surgical and therapeutic services to the children and families of West Texas. All proceeds raised by the Children’s Orthopaedic Society directly benefit Children’s Orthopaedics in Lubbock and surrounding areas. Donations raised from annual fundraisers are used to provide money for durable medical equipment and social support for families that may be coming from long distances to attend to their children in the hospital. For more information visit www.childrensorthosociety.com. Lakeridge Country Club Golf Course, 8802 Vicksburg; tee times are 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

August 9….Teen Chess Club - The Monday Afternoon Chess Club, including middle school and up will be meeting and chess sets will be provided. For more information, call 775-2838. Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street; 2 p.m.-5 p.m.

August 9….Scrabble Night - The Groves Branch Library will host a Scrabble night. Bring a Scrabble board if you have one, or just join a game. Adults and teens welcome. For more information, please call 767-3733. Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street; 7 p.m.

August 10….Free Immunization Clinic - The health department will be giving free immunizations to children ages 0 to 18 at the Patterson Branch Library. Please bring current shot records. For more information, call 767-3300. Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive; 4 p.m.- 6 p.m.

August 10….Family Fun Day - Come to the Patterson Branch Library for the annual Family Fun Day. There will be outdoor games, fun activities, food, and more. For more information, call 767-3300. Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive; 4 p.m.- 8 p.m.

August 10….Learn To Knit - Come and learn the basics of Continental style knitting on. Bring size 8 knitting needles and worsted weight yarn. For more information, please call the library at 767-3733. Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th Street; 6:30 p.m.

August 13….'50s Nostlagia Night – Come enjoy the nostalgic sounds of rock & roll that changed the face of pop music forever featuring artists Jason Fellers, Jeff Bailey, Keegan Peck, Angela Crowson, Tim McKenzie & the Lubbock Texas Rhythm Machine! Tickets are $25. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

August 14….Lubbock’s Got Talent - The show must go on! 4th on Broadway's talent contestants finally get their chance to prove to Lubbock "they" have talent! Admission is free. Come support your favorite contestant. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

August 20….National Ranching Heritage Center Gala – The event this year will feature the musical theater production, “ My Cowboy’s Gift” starring Donnie Allison, Kenny Maines and Lesley Sawyer with music performed by Lloyd Maines, Richard Bowden and Terri Hendrix. Set in the contemporary American West, “My Cowboy’s Gift” is the story of a rancher who, while attending to his recently deceased wife’s personal effects, has found a cache of old poems, some written by his wife and some by a cowboy who worked at the ranch many years before. Growing fearful as he reads them, for it seems obvious that they are poems between lovers, the rancher thinks back over the years, fear turning to jealousy, jealousy to anger, anger to bewilderment. He re-hashes the past, and as he speaks, the other characters — the wife’s spirit, and the cowboy — appear to tell the story from their own points of view. Though the rancher never acknowledges the presence of the other two, his story and theirs are intertwined. It is through these poems and songs that the rancher ultimately achieves his metamorphosis. Playwright Andy Wilkinson is a writer and singer of contemporary Western folk music. Through his poems and songs, he weaves images of people and places in telling true tales of the American West of the past and present. His work has been recognized with several prestigious regional and national awards. The evening will also include a reception in the C.T. and Claire McLaughlin Arbor at 6:30 p.m. with free wine and beer, a silent auction and raffle. Award-winning chuck wagon cooks will prepare a full chicken fried steak dinner. The concert will be held in the historical park on a triple-level stage constructed against a high beam with an Eclipse windmill as part of the ranch setting. Reservations required. $50 for Ranching Heritage Association members. Tables for six will be $650 and for eight $1,000. Patrons can call Lance Rampy or Tim Bynum at (806) 742-2498 for reservations and memberships or go online at www.nrhc.ttu.edu. $10 raffle tickets are being sold for a charcoal portrait sitting by Santa Fe artist Paul Milosevich. Winner or “model” must be present at the NRHC on the evening of Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, to sit for the artist. Can contact lance.p.rampy@ttu.edu or tim.bynum@ttu.edu to purchase raffle tickets now. National Ranching Heritage Center, 3121 Fourth Street; 6:30 p.m.

August 20 – 21….A Tribute to the Eagles - Your favorite Eagles' music performed by the very talented Jason Fellers and a few special guests! Adult beverages available! Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

August 27-28….Classic Country Music - Featuring the greatest classic hits of Glen Campbell, Tammy Wynette, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, George Jones and more! Featured performers are Jeff Bailey, Jerry Brownlow, Mary Fletcher, Lesley Arbona, Blaire Elbert & the Lubbock Texas Rhythm Machine! Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.

September 24-26….Heart of the Plains Kennel Club Annual Dog Show - This year the show will feature conformation, obedience, rally and fun match events. Spectators are welcome, but no dogs are allowed in the facility if not entered in the show. There will be special Bred-by Exhibitor classes and Puppy classes on Friday and Saturday. There will be assorted vendor booths, and a raffle will be held with very nice prizes. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 8 a.m. until Best in Show has been presented each day (usually around 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.)