THINGS TO DO ~ February 3-9
Attention middle schoolers, it’s time to test your civics knowledge and compete for local prizes up to $1000. The National Civics Bee is going on now. Entries are due by February 4th. Register now at NationalCivicsBee.org.
MONDAY 2/3
Vitalant Blood Drive at Music City Mall, 4101 E. 42nd St. 10am-1:30pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. GET MORE DETAILS AND SIGN UP HERE.
TUESDAY 2/4
Mom Support Group. F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center-West Campus, 2nd floor Childbirth Education Room Suite 260. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. The support group is for all moms/support persons who are in need of resources, education or who just want to come and enjoy some company. The group will start with a short education piece, the education will be different at each meeting. This support group is a place for moms to be able to come, talk and support one another. DETAILS HERE.
Building Bots – Robotics & Engineering Fun Lab. Petroleum Museum. 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Kindergarten – 2nd Grade. Building Bots classes enable students in grades K-8 to develop skills in critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving while they complete engineering challenges, robotic design, and inventive projects. We utilize a variety of robotics equipment including LEGO WeDo 2.0s, LEGO Mindstorm EV3s, LEGO SPIKE (prime and essential), Osmos, Spheros, Tello Drones, and Ozobots. With a different curriculum each class, your young engineer will stay engaged throughout the semester. Pre-registration is required. REGISTER HERE.
WEDNESDAY 2/5
Kids Storytime: Dogs. Ector County Library. 10-11:30am. Enjoy a fun atmosphere created with our younger kiddos in mind! There will be storytime, songs, activities, and a craft about dogs. FREE! DETAILS HERE.
Vitalant Blood Drive at City of Midland. 300 N. Loraine. 9am-12:30pm. Our local blood bank invites you to give the gift of life. GET MORE DETAILS AND SIGN UP HERE.
THURSDAY 2/6
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 the special friend of the library, Felix the Therapy Dog. He loves to be read to by any and all readers! INFORMATION HERE.
Hike with a Homeless Pet. Sibley Nature Center. 9-10am. Grand Companions brings homeless animals here to be walked on the trails the 1st Thursday of every month! If you would like to hike with a homeless pet or maybe give one a furrever’ home, please come and see the benefits of this exciting partnership! No need to sign-up ahead of time, just show up! INFO HERE.
Midland Lunch and Learn. CASA of West Texas. 12-1pm. This new year they are looking for CASA Volunteers! CASA Volunteers are everyday community members who step up and lift up the voices of children in foster care. Children in foster care need an advocate to speak up for them. What does it take to become a volunteer? Join to learn the basics. Lunch will be provided. DETAILS HERE.
FRIDAY 2/7
Odessa Jackalopes vs New Mexico Ice Wolves at Ector County Coliseum 7:15 PM. Get tickets and more information HERE.
Modern Pop-Up Market. Bush Convention Center. 11am-5pm. Grab your besties and have fun at the Modern Pop-Up Market Galentine’s Sip + Shop! Explore a curated selection of amazing small businesses, sip, shop small with love, and celebrate friendship. Don’t miss this perfect Galentine’s Day outing—shopping, fun, and girl time await! DETAILS HERE.
First Friday ODTX – January 2025. Downtown Odessa. 6-9pm. Join Odessa Arts & Downtown Odessa, Inc for their monthly First Friday ODTX! Stroll through Downtown Odessa from 6-9 PM and take in special events and offerings from merchants and retailers. Vendor Markets (Copper Rose Building & more locations) include Copper Key Realty, Ector Co. Library, Flair Taverna, McJack General Store, Marriott, Odessa College Green Space and more! INFO HERE.
First Friday ODTX Movies at The Ector: Toy Story. Ector Theatre. 8-10pm. The Ector Theatre and Odessa Arts are partnering to bring you $5 Friday Movie Nights at The Ector for First Friday ODTX! Doors open at 7 PM and the movie will start at 8 PM. Tickets are general admission and will be first come first served. The movie is 1 hour and 21 minutes long. Enjoy “Where the Horses Heal the Soul”, a movie that intricately weaves together narratives of resilience and newfound purpose as participants at ROCK (Ride On Center for Kids) connect with therapy horses. Set in central Texas, this documentary captures the profound impact that Equine Assisted services, therapies, and activities have on individuals’ lives. TICKETS HERE.
SATURDAY 2/8
Odessa Jackalopes vs New Mexico Ice Wolves at Ector County Coliseum 7:15 PM. Get tickets and more information HERE.
American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR, First Aid and AED Certification Course. OC Sports Center. 9am-1pm. 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. Fee: $75 per person. Must be at least 12yrs old to complete the course. REGISTER HERE.
Valentine Making Workshop. Ellen Noel Art Museum. 1:30-3:30pm. Spread the love this Valentine’s season with a creative twist! Enjoy a delightful hands-on experience where you can design your very own original and unique valentine. Using fun and artistic techniques like collage, printmaking, and stamping, you’ll have the chance to craft a heartfelt masterpiece that’s truly one of a kind. Whether you’re making something special for a loved one or just exploring your creative side, this event is perfect for everyone. Best of all, this exciting activity is completely FREE and open to ALL AGES! Bring your family, friends, or just yourself, and let your imagination run wild. DETAILS HERE.
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