The Arts and Cultural Empowerment (ACE) Awards, presented by the Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture, will take place Wednesday, October 18. The awards ceremony and luncheon will be held at Delta Hotels by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center near the MPEC. The ACE Awards recognize the achievement of individuals and organizations whose contributions to the cultural landscape of Wichita County have made this a more vibrant place to live. All types of work that support the making, creation, or support of the arts are considered. This includes visual, performing, and culinary artists; arts educators, arts patrons, arts professionals, and volunteers; as well as organizations, institutions, corporations, and businesses who work in or support the arts in Wichita County. Nominations open Friday, May 26, and will close Saturday, August 26. Tickets will be on sale in September.
Wichita Falls Public Library
Are you ready for our Summer Reading Program? This year our theme is "Reading is No Trivial Pursuit"! Here is our tentative timeline for this summer. We hope to see you on Saturday, June 3rd, for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party at 1:00 pm!
Lots-A-Fun - Jefferson Elementary Gym, 4628 Mistletoe Drive
Summer Fun - Scotland Park Elementary Gym, 1415 N. 5th Street
Ages: 6-12 years Deadline: One week prior to the session When: Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Breakfast and Lunch Provided
The Kemp Center for the Arts
Mix it up! This camp will focus on combining a variety of different types of media, including graphite, acrylic, watercolor, colored pencil, and more. Add collage elements to create everything from precision graphics to expressionist paintings.
BUD DANIEL PARK
The All Funk Radio Show was established in 2000, gracing the stages of concert halls, music venues, weddings, and corporate events all over Texas and surrounding states. The show’s dynamic presentation of talented and diverse artists takes pride in delivering memorable performances with an electrifying lineup that rocks over 150 songs, mixing Old School R&B, Motown, Funk, Pop, and Hip-Hop. Dazzling audiences 8 to 80!
The Parks & Recreation Outdoor Concert Series features musicians representing a variety of musical genres. Come out and join the fun with your family and friends. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of free entertainment. For questions, please get in touch with the Recreation Division at 940-761-7490.
