Good morning, Lubbock.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lubbock is celebrating National Mentoring Month by hosting events starting Jan.

9 with an ice cream social at Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe. It will include a movie outing, touring production of Water for Elephants (at Buddy Holly Hall) and a pizza party honoring mentors.

Family Promise of Lubbock launched its Reach for the Stars campaign to expand homeless family support; the group plans to renovate a new 8,657 sqft facility (with 13 private units, case management offices, and multipurpose rooms) purchased Sept.

5 with City HOME-ARP grant funding to better meet community needs.

On Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m., The United Family will join One Voice, Voice of Hope and Open Door at the Texas Blue Sand Project on the South Plains during Human Trafficking Awareness Month (the event will explain the initiative and launch a sticker campaign in store bathrooms).

Holli Baker, owner of The Socialite Salon on Glenna Goodacre (near University), reported that grackle droppings on sidewalks have raised health concerns for clients and nearby Texas Tech students; city crews are working on both short- and long-term solutions to fix the issue.

Residents are watching the skies as forecasts show light flurries and dry air (due to La Niña), which may lead to a nearly snowless winter.

Experts say fewer snowfalls could ease travel disruptions but also reduce soil moisture vital for local farms.

Lubbock Police Department invites residents to volunteer in programs such as the Explorer Post for ages 14-20 and the Citizens Academy offering jail tours, K-9 demos, and on-the-job learning; interested individuals may email [email protected] or call 806-775-2837 for details.

Lubbock law enforcement urges everyone to watch for Amber Alerts as officials work nonstop to bring missing children home safely (DPS emphasizes that every second matters).

Local authorities advise residents to pay close attention to phone alerts that help save lives.

Draft Day for the Alzheimer’s Football League is set for Saturday, Feb.

7 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the TTUHSC Academic Event Center in Lubbock — the event will include women football players, community leader speeches, and free food while raising funds for local Alzheimer’s research.

Casey Pilgreen Live Concert

1-5 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon of lively country music with Casey Pilgreen and listen to hits like 'All Around Country Girl'.

Friends of Library Book Sale

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Books from 25 cents — Browse through gently used books this weekend and support the local library.

Lubbock January Conquest Tournament

10 AM – 7 PM — Stormcrow Games — $15 — Engage in competitive battles at this exciting gaming tournament.

Lubbock Christian Chaparrals vs. Cameron Aggies

1-6 p.m. — Rip Griffin Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup between the Chaparrals and the Aggies in this thrilling basketball showdown.

The Day the Music Died 2026

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Buddy Holly Center — Free entry — Commemorate the 67th anniversary of the tragic plane crash that took Buddy Holly and others with documentary screenings and family activities.

Journey Of A Lifetime - Tribute to Journey

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience an electrifying tribute that brings you the iconic hits of Journey live on stage.

Tango Llaneros: Noche de Tango

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience the passion of Argentine tango performed by a dedicated ensemble committed to education and outreach.

Lubbock Christian Chaparrals vs. Texas A&M International Dustdevils Women's Basketball

1-7 p.m. — Rip Griffin Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting women's basketball matchup featuring local favorites the Chaparrals against the Dustdevils.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

7-9 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating tribute to the music legends Simon & Garfunkel.