May 2020
Kristen Hertzenberg and Her All-Star Band
Kristen Hertzenberg returns to Abilene for one memorable night at the historic Paramount Theater! Best known for her role as Christine in the Las Vegas production of The Phantom of the Opera, Kristen Hertzenberg has proven her ability to sing anything in her concerts, from opera to Broadway to blues. She will be accompanied by Maestro Itkin on piano and backed by a cast of philharmonic musicians rocking the house with hits from the Eagles, James Taylor, the Doobie Brothers,…
Find out more »Caleb Young Band
The Caleb Young Band first formed in 2015 when Caleb Young Pinkston met Austin Grigry in Monahans, Texas. The two began writing songs and recorded their debut single Running on E at Mudrock Studios in Midland, Texas. The band began playing heavily but unfortunately had to take a hiatus in 2016 due to personal reasons. Upon reforming in 2018 the two decided to form a new band and take a different creative direction. The newly formed CYB entered Orb Studios…
Find out more »Mother and Son Dance
Blast off into the stars for a dance that is out of this world! Sons 3-13 and moms and mother figures are welcome to join in for some dancing, food, games, and more, all at the Abilene Convention Center! Show off your moonwalk on the dance floor from 7-9pm, doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets are $12 per person, and you can register online February 17 at www.abilenetx.gov/signup!
Find out more »Paramount Film Series – The Breakfast Club
Sponsored by SOUTHWEST DENTAL THE BREAKFAST CLUB (R) 1985 - May 15 & 16 Five high school students meet in Saturday detention and learn they have a lot more in common than they thought. Starring: Emilio Estevez, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald
Find out more »June 2020
She Served
Women Veterans Day Celebration Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/she-served-tickets-91201109975
Find out more »Children’s Art & Literacy Festival
The 9th annual Children's Art & Literacy Festival celebrating the summer artist on display at the National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature is a two and a half day event where books come to life. Enjoy fun activities nearly 20 venues in downtown Abilene as we celebrate the books and characters of Loren Long. Registration opens in February at www.abilenecalf.com. Thursday schedule (events are free): 4-5:30 p.m. Costume Contest in the Elks Arts Center 5-8 p.m. Loren Long art exhibit…
Find out more »Stars Over Abilene Regional Quilt Show
This is a quilt show including beautiful creations made by quilters all over the Big Country. There will be vendors, raffles, prizes and more!
Find out more »July 2020
Paramount Film Series – Independence Day
Sponsored by BLACK PLUMBING INDEPENDENCE DAY (PG-13) 1996 - July 3 The aliens are coming to invade and destroy Earth. Mankind's best weapon is the will to survive. Starring: Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum
Find out more »NCCIL Summer Camp 4th-6th Grade
Save the date! This camp is for rising 4th-6th graders. Students will be exposed to diverse techniques of art and express themselves through a variety of mediums. This exciting camp will be an opportunity for students to explore and discover their own art techniques while incorporating outstanding literature from our featured artist, Loren Long! Registration Link for Non-Members: http://nccil.org/cmd.php?pid=31fa7833510048cfb0a9df88b528034a&bn=1 Registration Link for NCCIL Members: http://nccil.org/cmd.php?pid=523ec88f67024a6f8b0eb899dbeafd48&bn=1
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