Oct. 1-3 & 8-10, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 11, 2 p.m.
"Quilters," a musical by Molly Newman and Barbara Damashek. Directed by Victoria Spangler.
Van Ellis Theatre.
"Quilters" captures the depth and beauty, the terror and joy, the harsh challenges and abiding rewards of frontier life. We see the stories of a woman and her six daughters depicted in various quilt "blocks": girlhood, marriage, childbirth, twisters, fire, illness and death. Filled with music, dance and drama, as well as love, warmth, and rich, lively humor. Hardin-Simmons University Department of Theatre Oct. 1-3 & 8-10, 7:30 p.m.
The comedy "Bus Stop" by William Inge is about a group of weary travelers stranded at a bus stop during a hail storm. A nightclub singer is being pursued by a headstrong cowboy; the caf� proprietor and bus driver develop a friendship; a middle-age scholar comes to terms with himself; and a young caf� worker gets her first taste of romance. Directed by McMurry's David Ainsworth. Tickets are $10 (discounts for McMurry students and employees and on Thursday nights) and available online or by calling 673-3889. McMurry University Department of Theatre Oct. 1, 7:30 p.m.
HSU Orchestra performs at First Baptist Church in Abilene. Hardin-Simmons University School of Music Oct. 1-30
"Untitled Works" by Nancy Capra. Opens ArtWalk on Oct. 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cockerell Galleries & Studios Oct. 1-2, 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Tot Spot for children ages 3-5. Free for museum members; $5 for non-members. Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m.
Art Adventure for moms and preschoolers. National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar Street ￨ 325.673.4586 ￨ www.nccil.org Oct. 2 Last day for exhibit "David (Shannon) Goes to the Museum." National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature Oct. 2-3, 7 p.m.
ACT hosts Abilene Christian School's production "The Boys Next Door." The place is a communal residence in a New England city, where four mentally handicapped men live under the supervision of an earnest, but increasingly "burned out" young social worker named Jack. Mingled with scenes from the daily lives of these four, where "little things" sometimes become momentous (and often very funny), are moments of great poignancy. Abilene Community Theatre Oct. 3
5th Annual Comanche Moon Social at Perini Ranch Steakhouse. Tickets available: 325-572-3974 Buffalo Gap Historic Village Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m.
ACU Faculty Recital in the recital hall. Abilene Christian University Department of Music Oct. 4, 2 p.m. "Fly Guy and Other Stories" features fun musical stories from popular children's books at the Paramount Theatre. Fly Guy meets his match with Fly Girl. Will they get married and leave Buzz without his dear pet? Other stories include Lily's Big Day, Fluffy the Classroom Guinea Pig, Horace & Morris But Mostly Delores and more. Children's Performing Arts Series Oct. 5, 7 p.m.
Jay Moore presents Our American Past. A four-part educational series to refresh your memory of America's past and bring today into sharper focus. (This event is open to the public; however, a reservation must be made in advance). Oct. 6, 11:30 a.m.
Los Aficionados Meeting - museum volunteer guild. Oct. 6, 8 p.m.
ACU Jazz Ensemble: Swing Dance performance in the Elks Arts Center ballroom, 1174 N. 1st St. Abilene Christian University Department of Music Oct. 8, 5-8 p.m.
ArtWalk: Walking Dead
A monthly, themed arts festival in downtown Abilene presented by the Center for Contemporary Arts. This month's event will feature "zombies" on parade. The Center for Contemporary Arts Oct. 8, 5:30-8 p.m.
ArtWalk night: "Life Line" by Wylie High School Art Classes taught by artist Stacy Horton Sanchez. Upstairs - Studio 209. Reception 5:30-8 p.m. Belly dancing performances by the Magic Lamp Dance Studio in front of The Cockerell at 5:45 p.m.
Opening reception for Nancy Capra's "Untitled Works." Cockerell Galleries & Studios Oct. 8, 6 p.m.
Evening with The Casserole Queens, a sassy duo based in Austin who started a small meal-delivery company in 2006 and have since growing their business to include cookbooks, magazine contributions, recipe creation, speaking engagements, classes and more. Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m.
ArtTalk: "Resurrection of an Ancient Medium"
Signature Artist Members describe the centuries-old technique of encaustic (painting with wax) and how its use has had a resurgence in the contemporary art world, as seen in Jana S. Cross' current exhibit "Stirring Up Scrambled Eggs." The Center for Contemporary Arts Oct. 8, 8 p.m. Happy Fat Band, live music. No cover.
FOODEX will be there.
Neon Parrot Lounge Oct. 9, 3 p.m.
The McMurry Chanters will present their Homecoming Concert at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1741 Sayles Blvd. McMurry University Music Department Oct. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Reception in the Ryan Gallery for the Homecoming Alumni Exhibit: "Spirit of the Wild and the West" by Richard Tucker. Light refreshments. Exhibit runs Oct. 1-11. Homecoming Gallery hours Oct. 10 are 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. McMurry University Art Department Oct. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Reception for Homecoming Student Exhibit: "The Best of the Best" in the Gypsy Ted Gallery, 2117 Hunt St. The show runs Sept. 28-Oct. 30. Homecoming gallery hours are 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 10. McMurry University Art Department Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Holladay on Film: Paramount Film Director Robert Holladay continues his film lecture series with a discussion of the history and making of the film "The Man Who Knew Too Much." The 35-minute lecture will be followed by a 30-minute break before the feature begins at 7:30 p.m. You must purchase a ticket to "The Man Who Knew Too Much" to attend this lecture. Historic Paramount Theatre Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m.
The Paramount Film Series presents "The Man Who Knew Too Much." James Stewart and Doris Day star in this classic Hitchcock thriller about a family vacationing in Morocco who accidentally stumbles onto an assassination plot. 1956, color, 120 minutes, Rated PG. Paramount Film Series tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for students, seniors, military and children. Historic Paramount Theatre Oct. 10, 10:45 a.m.
Family Flix "Monsters Inc," South Branch. Bring the family out for a movie, complete with popcorn and drinks! Space is limited, so register by calling 325-698-7378. Registrants must sign in at the desk at least 10 minutes before the film starts. Any unclaimed space will be made available on a first come, first served basis.
Abilene Public Library - South Branch Oct. 10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Fee public program: Chautauqua Learning Series. This month focuses on "Folklore of Texas Ghost Stories" by speaker Shelly Tucker, of Denton, who was named an American Masterpiece Storyteller in 2008 by the National Endowment for the Arts. Oct. 10, 3-5 p.m.
Pillage-the-Village: Trick-or-treating for kids 12 and under. Buffalo Gap Historic Village 133 N. William St.￨ 325.572.3365 ￨ www.tfhcc.comOct. 10Vinyl Night hosted by the Record Guys and Pub Trivia at 8 p.m.
El Taco Tico will be there.
Neon Parrot Lounge 181 Pine St. ￨ 901.649.3448 ￨ www.neonparrotlounge.comOct. 11, 5 p.m. Charlie Coltman, clarinet, and Mark Puckett, piano. Heavenly Rest Chamber Music Concert Series Oct. 12, 7 p.m.
Jay Moore presents Our American Past: Important Papers and Why They Matter. Part 2 of a four-part educational series to refresh your memory of America's past and bring today into sharper focus. (This event is open to the public; however, a reservation must be made in advance). Oct. 13, 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Home School Art Classes Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m.
Gallery Teacher and Attendant Training Oct. 15, 6 p.m.
Bottles and Brushes art class. Bring your favorite beverage - wine, water, tea or soda! Invite your friends and learn from guided instruction. Leave with a unique creation! Registration required. Oct. 15, 7-8:30 p.m.
Mesquite Story Tellers -free! Enjoy storytelling at its finest! Come with a story to tell, or just enjoy the stories others tell! Upstairs - Studio 209. Cockerell Galleries & Studios
Oct. 15-17
Music lounge located in downtown Abilene. Thursday is Jazz/Blues night every week! This weekend music from Tony Barker (Thursday) and Eric Logan and the AKA Band (Friday). Saturday TBA! We love our local bands and the bands that pass through on their tours! Come on by and liven up downtown Abilene!
Neon Parrot Lounge
181 Pine St. ￨ 901.649.3448 ￨ www.neonparrotlounge.com
Oct. 16, 11:45 a.m. Annual HeARTS for the ARTS luncheon at the Abilene Country Club. Entertainment and food. Learn about the HeARTS grants program and become a member or renew your membership starting at $5 a month. RSVP to the luncheon by emailing [email protected]. Tickets are $20. Oct. 16-17, 8 p.m.
Oct. 18, 2 p.m.
The 2015 ACU Homecoming Musical "Mary Poppins" comes to the Abilene Civic Center. Everyone's favorite nanny takes the stage in ACU Theatre's supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Broadway musical adventure. Beloved songs include "Chim Chim Cher-ee," "A Spoonful of Sugar" and "Step in Time." Tickets go on sale Aug. 3. Abilene Christian University Theatre Department William Performing Arts Center￨ 325.674.ARTS (2787) ￨ www.acu.edu Oct. 16, 5:30-8 p.m.
Spaghetti Supper - Enjoy a great dinner with table side songs while helping Abilene Star Chorus raise funds for competition. Abilene Star Chorus Oct. 17
Stage Makeup Workshop. Oct. 17, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Learn To Draw Part One
Patty Rae Wellborn, instructor. Limited to eight students. $35. Send checks payable to Patty Rae &Studio 13, 909 North 13th, 79601. 325-665-9202. Studio 13 Gallery Oct. 17, 11:45 a.m.
ACU Choir Homecoming Concert in the recital hall. Abilene Christian University Department of Music Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m.
"Imagine!" concert featuring all four choirs at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1741 Sayles. Tickets: $10/adults; $8/seniors, students, military. Chorus Abilene Oct. 17, 8 p.m.
Ghost Tours: $10 per person. Buffalo Gap Historic Village Oct. 18
Military Appreciation Day - All current and former military and their families receive free admission to the Village. Buffalo Gap Historic Village Oct. 18, 2-4 p.m.
Craft Sunday for Kids (Handprint Spider). Ages 12 and under receive free admission. Buffalo Gap Historic Village Oct. 18, 8 p.m.
The a Capella vocal group HOME FREE presents their Don't It Feel Good tour live on the Paramount stage. Champions of the hit NBC series "The Sing-Off," HOME FREE have become known for their high-energy performances, peppered with quick-witted humor that meshes Nashville standards with pop hits dipped in country flavor. Tickets are $30 and $20 in advance and increase by $2.50 day of show. A $100 VIP ticket is available, which includes a pre-show Q&A and autograph session, pre-show crowd-free merchandise shopping, a signed copy of the new album, an exclusive show laminate and an exclusive show poster. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, or at Ticketmaster outlets. Historic Paramount Theatre Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m.
Fall Concert at Paramount Theatre. Abilene Community Band Oct. 22, 10 a.m.
Book Reading in the Children's Museum. Readings are conducted on the mini-Paramount stage. Art activity after the reading. Registration required. Oct. 22, 6 p.m.
PBS American Masters Charles and Ray Eames: The Architect and the Painter, third installment of the Museum's documentary series (This event is open to the public at no charge).
Oct. 22-24
Thursday night, Poetry Slam put on by the Black Chamber of Commerce group and some Open Mic time as well. 1881 Food Truck will be there! Friday, Dan Livingston bringing the house down with a solid mix of jazz and blues. (Wholly Cow Food Truck will also be there!) Saturday, TBA, but it will be a great show! Check out our Facebook for updates! https://www.facebook.com/neonparrotlounge.abilene
Neon Parrot Lounge
181 Pine St. ￨ 901.649.3448 ￨ www.neonparrotlounge.com Oct. 23-24 & 29-31, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 25, 2:30 p.m.
"You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" musical. Though considered a "good man" by his friends, Charlie Brown can't seem to win the heart of the Little Red-Haired Girl, nor his friend Lucy, her crush, the piano-playing Schroeder. Meanwhile, Snoopy and Linus daydream and the rest of the friends battle with kites, school, baseball and misunderstandings before finally coming to realize what makes them truly happy. Abilene Community Theatre Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Learn To Draw Part 3
Patty Rae Wellborn, instructor. Limited to eight students. $35. Send checks payable to Patty Rae & Studio 13, 909 North 13th, 79601, 325-665-9202. Studio 13 Gallery Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Last day to view Seymour Fogel: On the Wall and Beyond and The Abstract Impulse Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-Noon
Big Country Pet Parade - Bring your pet to the costume contest and a "howling" good time! Frontier Texas! Oct. 24, Noon to 1 p.m.
ArtFilm: "The Shock of the Now"
Bring your lunch for a screening of this episode from the series "This is Modern Art," and join a discussion authenticity in modern art and the media hype that can surround it. The Center for Contemporary Arts Oct. 24, 1-9:30 p.m.
Oktoberfest Abilene! at North 6th Street in front of the Abilene Civic Center. This year's event includes a Biergarten with beer and wine, food vendors, shopping, a children's area with petting zoo and bounce house and a live music stage featuring a polka band and local musicians. Weather permitting, the Philharmonic's concert in the civic center will be live streamed onto the lawn for festival-goers. Abilene Philharmonic Oct. 24, 6 p.m.
Performance at American Legion District Convention at MCM Elegant� Suites. Abilene Community Band Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m.
"Masterworks II - All-American Celebration" at the Abilene Civic Center. This show is lively, spirited and sometimes jazzy showcasing Abilene Philharmonic principal clarinetist David Shea. Concert Conversation with Music Director David Itkin at 6:45 p.m. Abilene Philharmonic Oct. 24, 8 p.m.
Ghost Tours: $10 per person. Buffalo Gap Historic Village Oct. 26-27, 7 p.m.
Auditions for "It's A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Show" - This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve.
Director Mike Stephens is looking for: Two men age 40 to 60; two or three women age 20 - 60; three to five men age 20-50; one man, non-speaking role age 20 - 30. Abilene Community Theatre Oct. 29, 5:30-7 p.m.
Abilene Community Theatre's Center for Theatre Education (CTE) Trunk-or-Treat in the ACT parking lot. Come join in the fun and treats. Abilene Community Theatre Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m.
ACU Orchestra and Opera in concert in Cullen Auditorium on the ACU campus. Abilene Christian University Department of Music Oct. 29-31
Thursday, Wonderful Land Wonderful Band will kick of our weekend celebration. Friday, the Austin-based Jackie Meyers Band will fill the places with blues, jazz, soul, and funk. 1881 Food Truck will be there! Seriously don't want to miss this night! Then Saturday, join us for another our "Movies at the Parrot" Series as we show Rocky Horror Picture Show. Popcorn and participation goodie bags will be provided for $5. Costumes are strongly encouraged.
Neon Parrot Lounge
181 Pine St. ￨ 901.649.3448 ￨ www.neonparrotlounge.com Oct. 30, 5:30 p.m.
"Pops at the Pond" musical theater showcase. Free. Bring lawn chairs, a blanket and picnic basket to the Duck Pond on campus. Music and theater students perform Broadway and more, including songs from shows that tie into Halloween, including "Jekyll and Hyde" and "Young Frankenstein." Hardin-Simmons University Theatre Department and School of Music Oct. 31, 12 p.m.
Music students perform a military appreciation concert at the McMurry football game at Wilford Moore Stadium. McMurry University Department of Music Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m.
The Paramount Film Series presents a special Halloween night screening of "Beetlejuice." Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis star in this hilarious and horrifying film about a couple of recently deceased ghosts who contract the services of a "bio-exorcist" to remove the obnoxious new owners from their home. 1988, color, 92 minutes, Rated PG. All seats for this Special Event Film are $6. Historic Paramount Theatre Oct. 31, 8 p.m.
Ghost Tours: $10 per person Buffalo Gap Historic Village
ONGOING and ON EXHIBIT
THE GRACE MUSEUM
Exhibits "The Abstract Impulse" featuring 40 important Texas artists, from throughout the state, who created personalized visions of the modernist aesthetic will be featured in this group exhibition. Important modernist artwork by Ben Culwell, Michael Frary, Donald Weismann, Ralph White, Ward Lockwood, David Brownlow, Dorothy Hood, Jack Boynton, Robert Preusser, Bror Utter, William Lester, Loren Mozley, Everett Spruce, McKie Trotter and others were selected from private and public collections. May 28 - Oct. 24 Opening reception May 28 "Fabulous Fifties Fashion & Design" This exhibition, curated by fashion expert and appraiser, Steven Porterfield, of Roadshow fame, features original midcentury women's and men's casual and formal ensembles. May 28-Oct. 24 "Flashback to Abilene in the Fifties" Travel back in time to Abilene in the fifties through an exhibition of vintage photographs, 8 mm films and newsreels. May 28-Oct. 24 "Ray &Charles Eames Masters of 20th Century Design" This selection of original designs, courtesy of Collage 20th Century Classics owners Abby and Wlodek Malowanczky of Dallas is a rare opportunity to view original Eames furniture designs from the 1950s. May 28-Oct. 24 "Seymour Fogel: On the Wall and Beyond" Seymour Fogel (1911-1983) was a founding father of Texas Modernism. This long overdue solo exhibition of Fogel's paintings are from the 14 years (1946-1960) he lived and worked in Texas. May 28-Oct. 24 NATIONAL CENTER FOR CHILDREN'S ILLUSTRATED LITERATURE 102 Cedar St. | 325.673.4586 | www.nccil.org Exhibits June 11-Oct. 2, 2015 "David (Shannon) Goes to the Museum" Featured Caldecott Honor illustrator/author David Shannon of the 2015 Children's Art & Literacy Festival. Oct. 3-Nov. 10 Closed for roof repairs. Family Art Project Saturdays from 1-4 p.m.
A come-and-go program offered by art educators who help children create art in the style of the artist currently featured in the gallery. Free! IRA M. TAYLOR MEMORIAL ART GALLERY September & October 2015
Mark Anderson, Art Department chairman of Baylor University, will be exhibiting a series of his prints. Oct. 5 - Nov. 19
William Wright: Selected Works
Reception: Saturday, Oct. 24, 5 p.m. ACU DOWNTOWN GALLERY Cockerell Galleries and Studios, 1133 N. 2nd St. Oct. 3-Nov. 5, 2015
"Iconic Figures: Works by Nancy Boren and Jill Maxwell" CLOVER VIRGINIA SHORE ART GALLERY Don H. Morris Center at Abilene Christian University | 325.674.2085 | www.acu.edu Sept. 11-Oct. 22, 2015
2015 ACU Art and Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition. Oct. 30-Nov. 13, 2015
Senior Show
ABILENE PUBLIC LIBRARY Pre-School Storytime Held year-round at 10:45 a.m. on select days at all three library locations. Cover-to-Cover Book Club - third Thursday of the month, Main Library Auditorium, 7 p.m.
Adults who love to read make up the Cover-to-Cover Book Club. Each month, they choose the books they will discuss the following month.
October- "In the Heart of the Sea" - Nathaniel Philbrick Teen Flix After Hours - third Friday of the month, South Branch, 5:45 p.m.
Bring your pillows and blankets; we'll supply the snacks and drinks. Space will be limited to the first 25-30 teens to sign up. Call 325-698-7565 to register. As this event is part of our After Hours movie night, we do ask guests arrive no later than 5:45PM. When the library closes for the evening, only teens that registered for the event (and have a movie ticket provided by us), will be allowed to remain inside. All teens will be supervised by library staff the entire time. Rides should be ready to pick up teens by 7:30PM.
THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Exhibits
Sept. 9-Oct. 24, 2015
"Unexpected Colors" by j b denny in the Jane Breed Gallery.
"Nabateaen Ancient Structures: Jordan to Saudi Arabia" by Ellie Hamby in the Bill and Alice Wright Photo Gallery.
"Above the Surface" by Susan and David Harmon in Gallery 3.
"Stirring Up Scrambled Eggs" by Jana S. Cross in Gallery 4. COCKERELL ART STUDIOS & GALLERY
MESQUITE STORY TELLERS
Come Listen to a Tall Tale or Tell One!
Meets the third Thursday every month (except Dec.)
Open to the public! No Cost! All ages welcome!
2nd Floor - Studio 209
6 p.m. SINGING CIRCLE
Hosted by Musician ANDREW HOLMES
Studio 209 - 2nd Floor of The Cockerell Art Studios
Come ready to sing, play acoustics, or just enjoy listening!
6 p.m. every Sunday September show
"Mechanical Dreams" by artists Jen Burns' La Bijoux Belle and Thomas Madrid's Suenos de la Vida Photography of Studio 206. Show will include Steampunk jewelry and photography. Opens ArtWalk on Sept. 10 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 1-30, 2015
"Untitled Works" by Nancy Capra. Opens ArtWalk on Oct. 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
AMY GRAVES RYAN FINE ARTS GALLERY McMurry University Oct. 1-11, 2015 Homecoming Alumni Exhibit: "Spirit of the Wild and the West" by Richard Tucker. Reception: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 9. Light refreshments. Homecoming gallery hours are 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 10. Oct. 16-Nov. 20, 2015 Student Summer Travel Exhibit: "Paris, Provence and Barcelona." Senior exhibits by Ashton Hooks and Lizzie Lehew. Reception is 5-6:30 p.m. Nov. 6 GYPSY TED ART GALLERY McMurry University Sept. 28-Oct. 30, 2015 Homecoming Student Exhibit: "The Best of the Best" Reception: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 9 Homecoming gallery hours are 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 10. JODY KLOTZ FINE ART 19th and 20th Century European and American paintings, representing Contemporary artists Randy Bacon and Gary Bukovnik, and Western artists Xiang Zhang, Brian Grimm, etc. MODERNISM: TEXAS/AMERICAN/EUROPEAN
Through mid-October 2015
An exhibition of mid-20th Century Abstract artists. Texas and American Modernism juxtaposed with its European counterpart, demonstrating the universality of a new visual language, which developed at home and abroad.
October
Group show titled "Welcome To Our Studio"
Bud Clayton's art display is in the Red Carpet Lobby. Abilene Writer's Guild Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in Classroom B of the Rose Park Senior Citizens Center, 2625 S. 7th St. except in November (third Thursday) and December (no meeting). Annual memberships are $25 for individuals and $35 for a family. Neon Parrot Lounge181 Pine St.
￨Open 7 p.m.-midnight
Fee: No Cover Thursdays, $5 Cover Friday and Saturday unless listed otherwise Chill music lounge located in downtown Abilene. Thursday is Jazz/Blues night every week! This weekend music from Richard Burke & Friends (Thursday) and 6 Mile Curve (Friday). Join us Saturday for the first installment of our "Movies at the Parrot" Series, this week, Back to the Future! Free admittance with purchase of bag of popcorn. Quoting along strongly encouraged.
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