The Grace Museum
102 Cypress ~ 325-673-4587
Children, Fine Art & History Museums
Admission
Though July 11
“Helen Altman: Spotted Deer”
This exhibition from celebrated Houston artist Helen Altman features a selection of torch drawings, printed blankets and hand-woven wire birds inspired by the fragility of nature.
July 21 through Sept. 18
“Best Friends: Photographs from the Alice and Bill Wright Collection”
A selection of iconic photography featuring man’s four-legged best friend.
Through Aug. 22
James Surls “From the Heartland” Featured are 21 sculptures from steel, bronze and wood, as well as 12 large-scale drawings by Surls which inspired his sculptures. The exhibition and accompanying book published by The Grace Museum examine the result of Surls’ transformative move from the forests of East Texas to the mountains of Carbondale, Colorado, where he now lives.
Through August 29
“Time Mediated Anomalies: High Desert Paintings of James Woodson” Fort Worth artist Jim Woodson’s oil paintings are inspired by the sweeping southwestern panoramas of Texas and New Mexico. Actively reinterpreting rather than merely depicting what he sees, Woodson’s process involves photographing and then recombining elements from different perspectives to create a more personalized version of the scene.
The Center for Contemporary Arts
220 Cypress St. ~ 325-677-8389
Showcasing contemporary art, sculpture and photography
Free
July 7 through Aug. 29
“La Flore la Faune” by Jennifer Nichols & Linda Stricklin
Dirty Drawers Annual Exhibit
Through July 30
“Reclaiming the Beauty of the Battlefields” by Ann McDonald
Through July 31
“The Person Above the Mantel” Artist Member Group Exhibit
National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature (NCCIL)
102 Cedar ~ 325-673-4586
Free
Through Sept. 19
“The Wizards of Pop: Sabuda and Reinhart” Sabuda and Reinhart are “paper engineers” who make great works of art through their pop-up books. Original pages from their books and large pop-ups books are on display.
Frontier Texas!
625 N. 1st ~ 325-437-2800
The dramatic story of the Old West like you've never seen before!
Legends • History• Adventure
Admission
Through Dec. 31
“The Guns That Won the West”
from the Fort Phantom Hill Foundation Collection - Over 70 firearms are on display, grouped by military, lawmen and hunting use
Jul. 2nd Team Roping Clinic
Taylor County Expo Center, Covered Outdoor Arena
325-677-4376, Expo Center
Jul. 2nd -- Jul. 3rd "Henry IV, Part One " Abilene Shakespeare Festival
The tone of this play alternates between very serious drama and rollicking comedy. The drama is grave and ominous, and is centered on the careworn figure of King Henry IV and the rebellion of the Percys. The comedy is fast-paced, rambunctious, and punning, and centers around the character of Falstaff and the other rogues at the Boar’s Head Tavern.
Abilene Christian University, Fulks Theatre
7:30 p.m.
Free
325-674-2787, Ticket Info.
Jul. 2nd Paint Your Own Pottery Day Camp
Learn painting techniques as you make a game day chip and dip set, then choose a piece of your own to paint. Lunch and drinks provided.
Ages: 2nd through 12th graders
Fee: $75
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4150 Southwest Dr., Suite 118
325-698-7967, Mine by Design
Web Site: http://www.minebydesignpyop.com
Jul. 3rd -- Jul. 11th Original Team Roping Association Finals
Taylor County Expo Center
325-677-4376, Expo Center
Jul. 3rd -- Jul. 6th Intercollegiate Tennis Association Summer Circuit
McMurry, Hardin-Simmons and Abilene Christian Universities
325-793-4657, Coach Hathorn
Web Site: http://www.itatennis.com
Jul. 3rd -- Jul. 5th Abilene Dragstrip “Night of Fire!”
Jul. 4th Abilene Ruff Riders vs. Odessa Roughnecks
Indoor Football League
Taylor County Expo Center, Coliseum
7 p.m.
$5 to $20
325-370-6997, Front Office
Web Site: http://www.abileneruffriders.com
Jul. 4th Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
A children's parade begins on Mulberry Street and ends at the Historic Village. The Declaration of Independence is read on the church steps. Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William—Buffalo Gap, TX
Free
325-572-3365, Historic Village
Web Site: http://www.buffalogap.com
Jul. 4th Big Country Support the Troops July 4th Family Festival
Put on your sunscreen, bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of family fun with activities, food booths, vendors and live entertainment.
Nelson Park,
E.S. 11th and Loop 322.
4 p.m. to Dusk—Festival
Dusk—Fireworks display sponsored by Musgrave Enterprises
Free Admission
Booths: $50 plus 20%
325-518-9021, Charles Byrn
Jul. 4th Hillcrest Neighborhood July 4th Parade
Decorate your bike, walk, wave your flag or sit along the route and enjoy the patriotism!
Parade begins at 2490 Campus Court and ends at Hillcrest Church of Christ, with homemade ice cream and cookies.
10 to 11 a.m.
325-673-4565, Alan Clute
Jul. 6th -- Jul. 10th “Photo I” Summer Camp
Students will be supplied with a Kodak Easy Share digital camera. You’ll learn about the basics of photo composition as well as new techniques.
Ages: 9 - 13
Fee: $100 members; $125 non-members
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
The Center for Contemporary Arts, 220 Cypress
325-677-8389, The Center
Web Site: http://www.center-arts.com
Jul. 6th -- Jul. 10th “Photo II” Summer Camp
Students will use the Center’s cameras and computers. You’ll learn about the composition, new techniques and computer enhancements.
Ages: Teens
Fee: $100 members; $125 non-members
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
The Center for Contemporary Arts, 220 Cypress
325-677-8389, The Center
Web Site: http://www.center-arts.com
Have fun with charcoal, pastels, watercolors and more, while you learn to appreciate the beauty of art.
Ages: 9 - 12 years
Fee: $125
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar
Advance registration required
325-673-4586, NCCIL
Web Site: http://www.nccil.org
Jul. 6th -- Jul. 11th and Jul. 13th -- Jul. 17th Sr. Musical Theatre Production Summer Camp
Spend two weeks learning music, choreography, casting, staging, dancing and singing. The camp culminates with a live production at the historic Paramount Theatre, 7 p.m. on the 17th.
Ages: Completed 6th grade and older
Fee: $300/person
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Advance registration required
Abilene Performing Arts Co.
325-437-2486, APAC
Web Site: http://www.apacstars.com
Jul. 6th -- Jul. 10th “Critter Camo” Summer Camp
Learn about the disguises animals use to survive.
Ages: 1st and 2nd graders
Fee: $105/members; $125/non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Advance Registration Required
Abilene Zoo, 2070 Zoo Ln.
325-676-6085, Zoo
Web Site: http://www.abilenetx.com/zoo
Jul. 6th -- Jul. 10th “Critter Camo” Summer Camp
Learn about the disguises animals use to survive.
Ages: 1st and 2nd graders
Fee: $105/members; $125/non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Advance Registration Required
Abilene Zoo, 2070 Zoo Ln.
325-676-6085, Zoo
Web Site: http://www.abilenetx.com
Jul. 7th -- Jul. 9th Young Life/Wyld Life Basketball Camp
Participants will be put through drills, learn fundamentals and play games under the instruction of McMurry Univ. Basketball Coach Ron Holmes and a staff of assistants. Each afternoon features the the Wyld Life social club.
McMurry University, Kimbrell Arena
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Call for camp pricing and age groups
325-676-1211, Ms. Franklyn Hall
Web Site: http://sites.younglife.org/sites/abilene/default.aspx
Learn painting techniques as you paint five pieces of pottery to enjoy at home with your family. Be sure to bring a sack lunch.
Ages: 2nd through 12th graders
Fee: $135
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
4150 Southwest Dr., Suite 118
325-698-7967, Mine by Design
Web Site: http://www.minebydesignpyop.com
Jul. 9th ArtWalk "Military Salute"
Bring the entire family to historic downtown where restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, and entertainment await you!
5-8:30 p.m.
Free
325-677-8389, Center for Contemporary Arts
Web Site: http://www.center-arts.com
Jul. 9th -- Jul. 12th U.S.T.A. Pre-Sectional Qualifying Championships
Rose Park Tennis Center, 810 Portland
325-676-6292, Tennis Center
361-906-1432, Sue Mauer
Jul. 10th -- July 11th “Casablanca” Paramount Film Series
A true American classic … romantic drama starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.
Paramount Theatre,
352 Cypress
10th—7:30 p.m. and 11th—2 and 7:30 p.m.
Adults: $6
Student/Sr./Military/Child: $5
325-676-9620, Box Office
Web Site: http://www.paramount-abilene.org
Jul. 11th Downtown Dayz
Shops • Museums • Food • Art • Music • Movies • Tours
presented by the Abilene Downtown Association
10 a.m. to ?
Historic Downtown Abilene
325-672-9696, Carol and Glenn Dromgoole
Web Site: http://www.abilenedowntown.com
Jul. 11th Chautauqua Learning Series
Based on the Chautauqua movement which spread throughout the rural United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries providing educational lectures and entertainment for average Americans before the advent of mass media like radio and television. The Texas Frontier Heritage and Cultural Center™ is proud to continue the spirit of that tradition.
Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William—Buffalo Gap, TX
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$7 per person; Free for members
325-572-3365, Historic Village
Web Site: http://www.buffalogap.com
Jul. 12th -- Jul. 15th McMurry University Women's Basketball Position Camp
Camp for grades 6th - 12th
Designed to develop position specific fundamentals and enhance team play as players develop skills in ball handling, shooting, passing rebounding, offensive movement and defensive footwork.
McMurry University, Kimbrell Arena
$200-$280 per person
Call for more details or visit the camp website.
325-793-4638, Coach Veronica Snow
Web Site: http://www.mcm.edu/newsite/web/univ_relations/summer_camps.htm
Jul. 12th -- Jul. 18th McMurry University Band and Cheerleading Camp
High School Band Camp: Entering grades 9-12
Middle School Band Camp: Entering grades 7-8
Drum Major-Colorguard-Cheerleading: Entering grades 9-12
Twirling Camp-Cheerleading: Entering grades 6-12
McMurry University
Residential or day camp – call or check the website for pricing
325-793-4867, Dr. Chris Neal
Web Site: http://mail.mcm.edu/~nealch/band/bandcamp.html
Jul. 12th Rescue the Animals Dachshund Races
Bring your leashed dog (even if it’s not a Dachshund) and your kids for a fun family afternoon.
Hot dogs and drinks available for additional charge.
Perini Ranch, Buffalo Gap, TX
11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
$5-Adult or $10 per family (mom, dad and children under 18)
325-698-7722, Rescue the Animals
Web Site: http://www.rescuetheanimals.org
Boast your creativity with this all-around art camp. Young artists will experience a wide variety of techniques and mediums.
Age: Entering 1st - 6th grades
Fee: $75 members; $95 non-members
Times: 9 a.m. to noon
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.
325-673-4587, The Grace
Learn and experiment with different illustration styles. Paint your world with watercolor, decorate it with collages and fill it up with caricatures!
Ages: 5 - 9 years
Fee: $100
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar
Advance registration required
325-673-4586, NCCIL
Web Site: http://www.nccil.org
Make an animal print latte cup and saucer with your initial on it, then choose a piece of your own to paint. Lunch and drinks provided.
Ages: 2nd through 12th graders
Fee: $60
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4150 Southwest Dr., Suite 118
325-698-7967, Mine by Design
Web Site: http://www.minebydesignpyop.com
Jul. 17th Girls Night at the Museum
Experience the excitement of The Grace after hours. Enjoy fun activities, a pizza party and more.
Age: Entering 4th - 6th grades
Fee: $45 members; $60 non-members
Time: 7 p.m. to 8 a.m.
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress
325-673-4587, The Grace
Web Site: http://www.thegracemuseum.org
Everyone who enjoys the great outdoors will want to attend this expo…one of the largest outdoor expo’s in Taylor County and the 22 surrounding counties.
Mall of Abilene, Sear’s Parking Lot
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Free
325-698-4351 Ext 101, Christopher Lindemann
Jul. 17th Movie in the Park “Madagascar 2”
Hosted by the City of Abilene’s Recreation Division. Bring your favorite snacks, blankets, and lawn chairs to enjoy a night of fun with family and friends.
Rose Park Amphitheater, 2601 South 7th
9 p.m.
Free
325-734-5301, Anita Vigil
Jul. 19th Vintage Base Ball Exhibition Game
Base ball (spelled with two words in 1883) is the premier feature of Buffalo Gap Historic Village’s Living History Interpretation Program. By recreating the sights, sounds and smells of an 1880s-era game, interpreters and volunteers illustrate how baseball has changed between 1883 and the present. However, there is more to it than that. When the two teams take the field they seek not only to “show a little ginger” on the cramped “cigar-box” field that they have available to them, but they try to provide a glimpse into regional history.
Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William—Buffalo Gap, TX
2 p.m.
$7 per person; Members Free
325-572-3365, Historic Village
Web Site: http://www.buffalogap.com
Jul. 19th Military Appreciation Day
Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William—Buffalo Gap, TX
Noon – 6 p.m.
Free with military ID
325-572-3365, Historic Village
Jul. 19th -- Jul. 22nd National Cheerleading Association Camp
Jul. 20th -- Jul. 21st "Tropical Treasures" Mini Summer Camp
Create bright, colorful tropical art that will make you feel you’ve been swept away to an island paradise.
Age: Entering 1st - 6th grade
Fee: $25 members; $40 non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress
325-673-4587, The Grace
Web Site: http://www.thegracemuseum.org
Jul. 20th -- Jul. 25th and Jul. 27th -- Jul. 31sth Jr. Musical Theatre Production Summer Camp
Spend two weeks learning music, choreography, casting, staging, dancing and singing. The camp culminates with a live production at the historic Paramount Theatre, 7 p.m. on the 31st.
Ages: Completed 6th grade and older
Fee: $300/person
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Advance registration required
Abilene Performing Arts Co.
325-437-2486, APAC
Web Site: http://www.apacstars.com
Learn about the bugs, reptiles and other animals that are small, but deadly.
Ages: 1st and 2nd graders
Fee: $105/members; $125/non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Advance Registration Required
Abilene Zoo, 2070 Zoo Ln.
325-676-6085, Zoo
Web Site: http://www.abilenetx.com/zoo
Jul. 20th -- Jul. 24th “Playtime at the Zoo” Summer Camp
Learn how zoos operate, see behind the scenes, and create play items for the animals!
Ages: 6th and 7th graders
Fee: $105/members; $125/non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Advance Registration Required
Abilene Zoo, 2070 Zoo Ln.
325-676-6085, Zoo
Web Site: http://www.abilenetx.com/zoo
Jul. 22nd "Kindercamp" Mini Summer Camp
Jumpstart your artistic energies while you learn the basics of painting, sculpture and drawing.
Age: Entering kindergarten
Fee: $25 members; $40 non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress
325-673-4587, The Grace
Web Site: http://www.thegracemuseum.org
Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street, is a Tony Award–winning musical thriller. The musical tells the story of Benjamin Barker, alias Sweeney Todd, who returns to London from Australia after spending fifteen years in prison on false charges. What follows is a shocking tale of one man’s quest for revenge that mixes dark humor with tragedy. A bold new interpretation, by director Barry Smoot and designer Charles Hukill.
McMurry University, Amy Graves Ryan Little Theatre
Dinner and Show: $20; Show Only: $10
Thursday: $2 discount on all tickets
Dinner: 7 p.m.; Show: 8 p.m.
325-793-3889, Box Office
Web Site: http://my.mcm.edu/
Jul. 23rd -- Jul. 24th "Out of This World" Mini Summer Camp
Blast off into an out of the world adventure. Create art with space, planets, stars and other-worldly creatures in mind.
Age: Entering 1st - 6th grade
Fee: $25 members; $40 non-members
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress
325-673-4587, The Grace
Web Site: http://www.thegracemuseum.org
Jul. 23rd Paint Your Own Pottery Day Camp
Paint a birthday plate and another piece of your choice. Lunch and drinks provided.
Ages: 2nd through 12th graders
Fee: $60
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4150 Southwest Dr., Suite 118
325-698-7967, Mine by Design
Web Site: http://www.minebydesignpyop.com
Jul. 24th -- Jul. 26th Single Action Shooting Society – Butterfield Trail Regulators “Cowboy Christmas in July”
Abilene North Gun Range, East Lake Road
Friday: Side Matches - Noon to 4 p.m. - Free to observers
Friday: Spur Roberts Shooting Clinic - $75/person
Saturday & Sunday: Ten Main Stages – 9 a.m. to ?
Match fee: $65 (includes side matches & lunch ticket)
Free to observers
325-668-4884, Texas Slim
Web Site: http://www.btrsass.com/cowboychr.html
Jul. 25th -- Aug. 1st Texas State 4-H Horse Show Annual State Finals
Taylor County Expo Center
325-677-4376, Expo Center
