Good morning, Midland.

Local artist Carrie Hawkins of Pearly Gates Designs has partnered with Bauble Stockings to offer holiday miniature stockings that donate 10% of each sale to the Midland Community Children’s Clinic.

The stockings are available online and at Hyacinth Home — boosting national exposure for the clinic and providing vital care for uninsured children.

This week, Midland and Odessa host community events including Tuesday’s City Council meeting at 2 p.m. and the City Council and ODC meeting at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday’s Nutcracker at Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, Thursday’s Operation Safe Paws, and Saturday’s Take Me Fishing at Comanchie Trail South Pond. City offices will be closed for Thanksgiving on November 27 and 28—while the KOB Facility and Odessa Animal Services close on November 29 and the Helping Hands Community Lawn Care Program continues for the month.

The City of Midland has updated its AI-powered ChatBot — AskJacky — to help residents access online information more easily.

Midland County has installed a new prescription medicine drop box in the lobby of Sgt. Michael Naylor Law Enforcement Complex at 1703 E.

County Road 120 for safe and anonymous drop off of unused prescription pills. Residents may drop off medications during business hours via the Emergency Management side rear entrance and the pills will be collected for proper disposal by a participating pharmacy — keeping water supplies safe.

Walk-In Sound Baths

12-4 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $25 — Experience stress relief and emotional healing through soothing sound vibrations in a tranquil space.

Ryan Runcie 'My Invisible Self' Opening Reception

5:30-7 p.m. — Arts Council of Midland — Free entry — Enjoy beverages and appetizers while meeting Austin-based artist Ryan Runcie.

Chamber Chorale and Chamber Orchestra Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Live performance — Experience an enchanting evening of choral and orchestral music in Midland.

Book Signing with Rico Enriquez

1-6 p.m. — Desert Hippie & Co. — Special pricing available — Celebrate the launch of 'Healing: The Essential Paths to Emotional and Spiritual Renewal' with a book signing and engaging conversations on holistic healing practices.

Barrio Obrero de Cabimas 70th Anniversary Celebration

6-9 p.m. — The Vineyard Community Center — Cost not specified — Celebrate 70 years of traditional gaita zuliana music with CONJU in Midland's inaugural event.

Pumpkin Spice Bath Soak Make & Take

12-6 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — Free event — Create your own cozy autumn-inspired bath soak blending warmth, comfort, and relaxation.

Fun Friday Art Camp

10 AM – 2 PM — The Studio by Kidd's & Canvas — Check website for prices — Experience an array of creative activities including painting, crafting, and messy fun every Friday.

Gobble Up a Good Time Bingo

7:45-10:30 p.m. — Love Affair Bookstore — Free entry — Enjoy a night of bingo, laughter, and prizes with a cozy fall vibe.

Midland's Merry Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Centennial Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the holiday season with dazzling lights, live entertainment, and festive food vendors.

Merry & Bright Christmas Celebration

5:30-8 p.m. — Odessa New Home Center | Betenbough Homes — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas with festive fun and free photos with Santa.