This week's best bets for arts, entertainment and more.
This weekend's events may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Please check with the venue in question.
Events
TRAHC presents "African American Voice: An Evening of Performance With Special Moments For Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Regional Arts Center, 321 West 4th St., Texarkana, Texas. The program features Pledge to Servic`e and Dr. King's Six Principles of Non-Violence ceremonies, musical performances, and a message focused on Dr. King's life and legacy. Info: 903-792-8681 or trahc.org.
Downtown Live is on the second Friday of every month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Texarkana. Enjoy local artists, food, and entertainment for all ages from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Come experience live art from a plethora of mediums.
ColorHype TXK hosts Paint and Sip events, including "Snowy Cabin" from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, and "Afternoon Tea" from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Redbone Magic Brewing, 1304 Texas Blvd., Texarkana, Texas. Tickets $40. Info: facebook.com/colorhypetxk.
We Are Washington, 1900 Marietta St., Texarkana, Arkansas, hosts a Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19, for ages 8-13. Winners can advance to district, state, and national levels. Info: 870-772-7839 or elks.org/hoopshoot.
Expan Entertainment & Slack Traxx presents Inside Trail Ride with Jeter Jones and Arthur Young at 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 at On The Boulevard, 4110 Arkansas Blvd., Texarkana, Arkansas. Music by DJ Calie, with special guests Kiko Pryor, Kim McCoy, Shilo and Queen Denae. Doors open at 8 p.m., with $40 general admission in advance and $50 at the door. Tickets available on eventbrite.com. Reservations for tables available at 903-691-9235. Info: 346-668-4104.
The grand opening of TRAHC's second location at 518 Pine St., Texarkana, Texas, is 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Refreshments, arts demonstrations and tours available. Event is free and open. Info: trahc.org.
Music
Fat Jack's, 3324 N. State Line Ave., Texarkana, Arkansas, has Heather & Jase on Friday; Saving for Tuesday on Saturday; and Zach Hatton on Thursday. Info: 870-774-JACK.
Hopkins Icehouse, 301 East 3rd St., Texarkana, Arkansas, has Preston Dorbitz on Saturday. Info: facebook.com/hopkins.icehouse.
La Fogata, 3401 Genoa Rd., Texarkana, Arkansas, has Will Gilbert at 6 p.m. Friday and Luke Guthrie at 6 p.m. Saturday. Info: facebook.com/lafogatatxk.
Redbone Magic Brewing, 1304 Texas Blvd., Texarkana, Texas, has David Howe and the Howelers on Saturday. Info: Redbone-Magic-Brewing-Company at facebook.com.
The Wild Hare, 221 E. Broad St., Texarkana, Arkansas, has Hailey Wright Music at 9 p.m. Saturday. Info: on Facebook at The-Wild-Hare.
Twisted Fork Grill & Bar, 5522 Summerhill Rd., Texarkana, Texas, has David Howe Friday. Info: facebook.com/TwistedForkTexarkana.
1923 Banana Club, 223 Front St., Texarkana, Arkansas, has Majestic Jazz at 8 p.m. Friday and Sunnie Jazz Ensemble at 8 p.m. Saturday. Info: 903-824-7674 or restaurantji.com/ar/texarkana/1923-banana-club-/.
Perot Theatre, 221 Main St., Texarkana, Texas, hosts "The Temptations & The Four Tops" performing at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1. Tickets are $67-$157. Info: 903-792-4992 or perottheatre.org.
Museums & History
Texarkana Museums System invites guests to visit the Museum of Regional History for day trips, family reunion groups or family fun days, with times and pricing available online. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Info: 903-793-4831 or texarkanamuseum.org.
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science operates from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, and is closed Tuesday. Member-only access available from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday. Guests are strongly encouraged to purchase timed-entry tickets on sale in advance at perotmuseum.org. The Perot Museum is located at 2201 N. Field Street in Dallas, Texas. Visit perotmuseum.org or call 214-428-5555.
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy St., Fort Worth, Texas, hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Current public healthy and safety guidelines will be upheld. All museum systems are open except The Omni Theater. Info: fwmuseum.org or 817-255-9300.
Arts & Ends
TRAHC, 321 W. 4th St., Texarkana, Texas, has "Expressive Drawing with Kay Thomas" for ages 18 and up is 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, at the Regional Arts Center. ALSO: Join ceramic artist Chris Thomas for a Valentine's Day ceramic activity from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, and Thursday, Jan. 23, in the Clay Eichler Ceramics Studio at 518 Pine St., Texarkana, Texas. Students will create two candlesticks, which will be completed by Chris with a white glaze before being returned for pickup. Tuition is nonrefundable but may be transferred to another student. All materials will be provided. Registrants must be 18+ and able to work independently and think critically. For further information, call 430-455-2871 or [email protected]. Current gallery hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free, with tours available by appointment. Info: trahc.org.
The TRAHC African American Committee presents an exhibition "Good Trouble Quilts: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Congressman John Lewis", through Saturday, March 1. The exhibition, developed by The Atlanta Quilt Festival, Inc., also partners with The Quilting Sisters of Color, The Pleasant Hill Quilting Guild, and the TAAC Quilting Group to feature supplementary fiber artworks. Info: trahc.org.
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