Starting Monday, the Texas Department of Transportation will begin a maintenance project to make bridge joint and deck repairs to the 19th Street (US 62/SH 114) bridge on I-27 in Lubbock.
The work will require several lanes to be closed, both north- and southbound, which will reduce I-27 to one-lane of traffic in each direction. The southbound I-27 on-ramp at Avenue E/I-27 frontage road will also be closed to traffic.
Motorists should expect delays and traffic is encouraged to seek alternate routes around the construction zone. Drivers should take note that oversize vehicles will not be permitted through the work area during construction and should contact the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) at (800) 299-1700 for information on oversize and overweight load permits, road restriction or other questions.
Drivers are also advised to reduce their speed limit through the construction zone to 55 mph and use caution when driving through the work zone.
The work is expected to take four weeks, weather permitting, to complete. The various lane closures will remain in place until work is completed.
The 13th annual YWCA of Lubbock Father Daughter Dance is scheduled for 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 6.
Dads and daughters will enjoy dancing, chocolate fountains, snacks, activities, photo ops and special guest appearances and more.
Tickets are $30 per couple (father and daughter) with just $10 for each additional girl.
Tickets are available online at ywcalubbock.ejoinme.org/fdd2022
New Neighbors Club of Lubbock will hold its monthly meeting and luncheon on Friday, Feb. 11 at the Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway.
The meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. and lunch will be served after the program. Cost of the lunch is $18 and reservations are required at least three days prior to the event.
The program will be “Valentine’s Day Theme Music” presented by Stacy Ward.
Consider bringing husbands and/or friends to enjoy this event. If unable to attend, please cancel your reservations as soon as possible as the club is responsible for payment.
To RSVP, call or text Virginia at (806) 781-4653. Optional games will be available after lunch, please contact your game leaders.
Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, 4111 University Ave., is hosting its Second Saturday program at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, in the interpretive center.
This month’s program will be “Hives, Honey and Honeybees: A Beekeeper’s Perspective” by David Naugher.
Naugher is a licensed professional engineer in Texas and has worked more than 28 years for Texas Tech University. Of his many hobbies, he is most fond of beekeeping. Having been a hobby beekeeper for almost 22 years, Naugher has experienced a wide range of successes and failures that has provided a depth of knowledge worth sharing. He mentors others in beekeeping, is a member of the Texas Beekeepers Association, is a founding member and Past President of the Caprock Beekeepers.
For more information, call the arboretum at (806) 797-4520.
The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will celebrate local members of the Texas Legislature at its annual Legislative Appreciation Luncheon scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, at the CenterPointe Event Center, 4925 Marsha Sharp Freeway.
The luncheon, presented by StarCare Specialty Health System, will recap the efforts during the 87th regular session and the three special sessions in 2021 of the featured guests Sen. Charles Perry, Rep. Dustin Burrows, and retiring Rep. John Frullo.
Frullo will be honored during the event for representing Texas House District 84 since 2010. Last November, Frullo announced he would not seek re-election after a dozen years representing the city in the state Capitol.
The event will begin at noon with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. Individual tickets are $50. Tickets for Chamber members are $40. The registration deadline is Tuesday, Feb. 15 and is space is limited.
Sponsorships and tables are still available by contacting Kyle Jacobson at [email protected].
The Lubbock Lions Club will hold its 70th Annual Pancake Festival from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane.
The event is a festive atmosphere with entertainment, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes and activities for the entire family. There will also be a raffle available for one token.
Tickets are available $10 in advance; $12 at the door. Children 3 and younger can eat for free. Purchase advance tickets from any Lions Club Member, at the Lubbock Lions Club office, call (806) 763-4789, or visit www.lubbocklions.org. until 3 p.m. Friday Feb. 18.
LEVELLAND – South Plains College will present the 24th Annual Scholarship Gala on Feb. 26 at the Mallet Event Center. This year’s theme is “Grand Opportunities.”
The doors will open at 6 p.m., with dinner service starting at 6:30 p.m. Those with top-level sponsorships will enjoy a private cocktail hour from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Gala guests will be able to purchase beer and wine. As in years past, guest will enjoy a meal served at their table. Musical entertainment will be provided by SPC alumna Morgan Reatherford. Other gala events will include a silent and a live auction.
One hundred percent of the Gala proceeds go directly to student scholarships.
Interested patrons are welcome to purchase tables and tickets now.
For information or to purchase tickets, contact Jordan Flores, director of development and alumni relations, at (806) 716-2020.
Tickets are now on sale for Lubbock Meals on Wheels 23rd Annual Mardi Gras. This family-friendly event is the largest fundraiser of the year for the organization.
It is scheduled for 5:30-9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, in the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Exhibit Hall.
Mardi Gras 2022 will include more than 35 food booths (with selections from local restaurants), music by Bo Garza, a large silent auction, and cash bars.
In addition to music and food, there will be children’s activities, a benefit drawing, and traditional Mardi Gras beads. A character selfies photo booth will be set up and for $5, you can get a fun photo commemorating your Mardi Gras celebration. There will be lots of purple (for justice), green (for faith), and gold (for power), all traditional Mardi Gras colors.
Carnival Season begins on the day of the Epiphany, Jan. 6. Fat Tuesday (or Mardi Gras) is the final celebration on the last night of the Carnival Season, a time to eat, drink, and be merry before beginning the ritual fasting during the Lenten Season.
Tickets are $45 for adults and $10 for children 17 and younger. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit lubbockmealsonwheels.org/mardi-gras-2022-homepage/
