August 22, 2012 Legendary country music singer and songwriter Michael Martin Murphey is making his way to Abilene. a special performance featuring the Hardin-Simmons University Orchestra. This promises to be an event you'll be talki
August 16, 2012 Trinity Baptist Church youth Pastor Joseph Plagge says they're planning one last bash before school starts. The event is will take place at Trinity Baptist Church located at 871 Woodlawn Drive. It is free and open to children ages 3 years old thru 5th grade. Plagge says "this will also be a perfect opportunity to introduce neighborhood children to AWANA."
August 14, 2012 Abilene's Global Samaritan Resources (G.S.R.) Benefit Dinner is an annual event that's featured some well known speakers in the past, like former Governor Mike Huckabee, comedian Henry Cho, A.C.U. President Royce Money and this year the G.S.R. is bringing in former First Lady Laura Bush. But before you rush out to buy your tickets, there's a couple things to consider.
August 13, 2012 While summer continues to heat up, so will the Abilene Civic Center, when the 2012 West-Texas Bridal Showcase comes to Abilene. With over 50 exhibitors, vendors and/or services on hand for this years showcase, you'll want to listen for your chance to tickets to the showcase.
August 13, 2012 Art-Walk enters into uncharted territory on September 13th, when the Center for Contemporary Arts (a non-profit themselves) raises money and awareness for another non-profit, the Abilene Alzheimer's Association. Among the usual art displays, activities, sights and events that take place during Art-Walk, on September 13th Art-Walk will seem more like "Carnival" in Rio de Janeiro. Music, fun and games will fill the air and the streets of downtown Abilene. Plus live entertainment from a very popular local band.
August 11, 2012 The Muscular Dystrophy Telethon on Labor Day weekend (now called the "M.D.A. Show of Strength"), has always been in my opinion, a 'must see event'. This year there's even more of a reason to watch the show. Country music Superstars Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Luke Bryan are scheduled to appear on the Show of Strength. Check out who else is on the line up this year.
August 10, 2012 The Music Meltdown Festival is a concert with Zach Harmon Band, Kirk House Band, Callahan Divide and OdduSee. The Festival will benefit Big Brothers, Big Sisters and will be a first outdoor concert for the American Legion Hall. The Festivities will be at the American Legion Hall at 302 East South 11th. street.
August 10, 2012 The first annual Cross Plains Classic 5k is set for September 15th. This event is a run or walk and there will also be a 1-mile walk option. All proceeds benefit the local Cross Plains Community Cancer Fund. If you per-register before September 1st, you'll receive a T-shirt commemorating the event. There's also a “Sleep-in” option. Check it out.
August 3, 2012 The Big Country Wheat Conference will be held August 23rd at the Taylor County fair grounds, 1982 Lytle Way in Abilene. The Farm Bill will affect most all West Texans, as most farmers and ranchers try to figure out the challenges the new 'Farm Bill' will bring. The drought conditions are also top-of-mind for most area farmers And ranchers. If you'd like to attend the event, there is no registration fee for those who preregister by August 17th.
August 2, 2012 The Global Leadership Conference on the Church, Business and Education is scheduled to take place on the Hardin Simmons University (HSU) campus Thursday and Friday August 9th and 10th. This leadership conference/summit attracts leaders, clergy and educators from over 300 cities from around the world. This conference affords attendees the opportunity to meet and engage world-class entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, and notable Christian leaders as they will exchange their different views, opinions and ideas.
July 30, 2012 Get your kids immunizations all caught up before school starts this Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. The Medical Care Mission will be holding a free immunization clinic at their offices on Pine Street. There are some things you'll need to bring with you in order to get your kids their shots.
July 29, 2012 The Abilene Public Library is set to finish out the last days of summer vacation, with a host of fun and involving activities. August may well be the hottest month of the year , but there's no reason to be bored and hot. Check out the lineup of events at out local libraries.
