Join us for Live Trivia at our post, Sundays at 3pm

The women of West Texas embody a remarkable blend of resilience, independence, and grit. From tending ranches and running businesses to leading communities and families, West Texas women exemplify strength in their unwavering perseverance, adaptability, and deep sense of community. The 4th Annual West Texas Professional Women's Symposium is a premier event designed to empower, connect, and inspire women professionals across West Texas.

This year’s symposium features dynamic keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities tailored to foster personal and professional growth. Attendees will engage in insightful discussions on leadership, career advancement, and work-life balance, all while building valuable connections with like-minded women.

Mark your calendars for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration as we celebrate the achievements and potential of women in the professional world.

Join us in celebrating the Marines 249th Birthday!
Dinner will be served on arrival
Ceremony starts at 6pm.
Business attire recommended but not required!

We're FALLing into our next month of Founders Blend with a new location!

Join Midland's business owners and entrepreneurs for FREE coffee and conversation.

Wednesday, November 6th
Doors open at 7:30 AM and meeting begins at 8:00 AM
Midland College's Carrasco Room (3600 N. Garfield)
Scooter's Coffee
Midland College BEDC

We're excited to hear from Midland Pizza Factory and Texas Avenue Gifts!

Join us for Live Trivia at our post, Sundays at 3pm

Midland Bible Church is hosting its annual Country Fair, and you won’t want to miss it!

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to this free event featuring delicious food, tons of games, hayrides, and plenty of candy! It’s the perfect way to enjoy fall fun in a safe, family-friendly environment. Did we mention everything is FREE?

We hope to see you on Sunday, October 27th, from 4 PM to 7 PM at 5900 Whitman Drive, Midland, TX.

Join us for Live Trivia at our post, Sundays at 3pm

Join us for an engaging and interactive two-hour workshop to empower local business owners in Midland with actionable online & offline strategies to boost marketing efforts (and revenue) and expand reach through collaboration & local partnership.

AGENDA
Check-In & Networking
The Value of Local Partnerships
Knowing Where to Find Your Ideal Audience
Break Session: Build a Local Dream Team
Amplifying your Reach Through Event Marketing
Maximizing Community Engagement & Leveraging Local Influence
Q&A Followed by Networking

MEET YOUR HOSTS
Stacy Livingston | Founder of Midland AF, Livlen Media, & Midland Art Crawl

Ginny Van Doren-Truong | Founder of Backstage Event Marketing

TICKETS
$200 (includes workshop, takeaway materials, a tasty selection of light bites & beverages, as well as exclusive swag)

Limited seats available. Register today!

Join us from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM for a joint mixer with the Midland Chamber of Commerce, VisitMidland, and Insignia. Enjoy craft cocktails, Hors D'oeuvres, and a chance to win door prizes while networking with fellow professionals!

Join us for Live Trivia at our post, Sundays at 3pm

Join us for Live Trivia at our post, Sundays at 3pm

We’re excited to invite you to our Third Annual Fall Festival & Resource Fair on October 12, 2024, at Dennis the Menace Park, 2201 W. Indiana Ave., Midland, TX! Join us from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a day of family fun and valuable community resources.

Event Highlights:
- Free Flu Shots: Provided by Midland Health Services.
- Pumpkin Coloring Contest: Free kids' meals to Blue Sky for the first 100 entries.
- Free Raffle: Open to all participants, featuring prizes such as:
- A $100 gift card to Prosource Hydration IV
- Tickets to The Nutcracker and The Firebird by Midland Festival Ballet
- Various restaurant gift cards
- Car Seat Checks & Free Car Seats: Offered by the Midland Fire Department.
- Emergency Vehicles Display: Kids can explore police vehicles, fire trucks, and SWAT cars.
- Kids' Activities: Fun games hosted by various vendors.
- Community Resources: Connect with nonprofits and learn about available services.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with your community and enjoy a day filled with fun and resources for all ages! Thank you for your support in making our Fall Festival & Resource Fair a success. We look forward to seeing you there!

We will kick off the day at Astound stadium from 8am to 9:45am with free breakfast, free t-shirts, freebies from community partners, live music, speakers Mayor Lori Blong and Dr. Stephanie Howard, along with kids’ activities such as jumpers, face painting, axe throwing, and so much more. At 9:45am, volunteers will head to the community service project that have signed up for and volunteer from 10:00am to 12:00pm!

Join us for our first ever Midland Art Crawl Member Mixer! Get to know other artists, learn more about your membership benefits, and have fun!

We will be collectively spray painting a canvas during the mixer as well as providing food and drinks for members and prospective members, alike!

Don't miss this special evening including dinner, keynote speaker, Retired U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Fox News Contributor Johnny "Joey" Jones and a live performance by Chris Janson, all in support of Boot Campaign's mission.

Mark your calendars for the September Founders Blend meeting

Wednesday, September 4th
UT Permian Basin CEED Building - N. 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TX 79707
Doors open at 7:30 am and presentations begin at 8 am
Pachuco's & Main Event Sports on Air/Design Factory Marketing/Let Us Dump It

Interested in providing coffee or breakfast for the meeting? Email us at midland@foundersblend.com

Join Texas Permian Future Generations for an afternoon of fun art and discussion about your vision of the future of the Permian Basin!

🌟 Empathic Connections: A Gathering of Souls by Earth, Body, & Soul 🌟

Are you an empath seeking a haven of understanding, support, and connection? Look no further! Join us for "Empathic Connections," a transformative support group hosted by Earth, Body, & Soul.

Date: Thursday, September 26th Time: 730p-9p Location: Earth, Body, & Soul

What to Expect: 🤝 Soulful Connections: Embrace the camaraderie of fellow empaths, sharing experiences and building a community of understanding.

🌿 Spiritual Nourishment: Receive guidance and support on your spiritual journey, exploring practices that enhance your empathic abilities.

💖 Energetic and Emotional Support: Connect with kindred spirits who understand the nuances of empathic experiences. Share and receive support for the challenges and joys on your path.

🗣️ Open Discussions: Engage in heart-to-heart conversations about empathic experiences, self-discovery, and personal growth.

Topic: Difficulty in Relationships: Maintaining balanced relationships can be challenging because empaths may prioritize others' needs over their own, leading to unbalanced dynamics.

Details:

Cost: Free but RSVP Required
RSVP Link: https://www.simpletix.com/e/empathic-support-group-sept-topic-difficul-tickets-174551

This is a safe and inclusive space for empaths to connect, recharge, and navigate their empathic gifts with like-minded individuals.

Why Join Empathic Connections:

🌈 Explore your empathic abilities in a supportive environment.
🌟 Build lasting connections with a community that understands and honors your journey.
🌱 Nourish your soul with shared insights and transformative practices.

RSVP Today:

Let's come together to create an Empathic Connection that uplifts, supports, and empowers each and every soul. We look forward to welcoming you into this beautiful space of understanding and shared energy.

#EmpathicConnections #SoulSupport #EmpathJourney #EarthBodySoul 🌍💫🌈

West Texas Iris Society will have a booth with Iris information and Iris Rhizomes available to purchase. 

West Texas Iris Society Iris Sale. September 21, 2024. 9:00 AM until sold out. 

For further information contact Laura Cralle at lauracralle@gmail.com

Celebrate our first birthday with us! Mingle with other female business owners, enjoy drinks, bites, the bouquet bar, hat bar, and permanent jewelry!!

Mark your calendars for the September Founders Blend meeting

Wednesday, September 4th
UT Permian Basin CEED Building - N. 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TX 79707
Doors open at 7:30 am and presentations begin at 8 am
Pachuco's & Main Event Sports on Air/Design Factory Marketing/Let Us Dump It

Interested in providing coffee or breakfast for the meeting? Email us at midland@foundersblend.com

🌟 Empathic Connections: A Gathering of Souls by Earth, Body, & Soul 🌟

Are you an empath seeking a haven of understanding, support, and connection? Look no further! Join us for "Empathic Connections," a transformative support group hosted by Earth, Body, & Soul.

Date: Thursday, August 29th Time: 730p-9p Location: Earth, Body, & Soul

What to Expect: 🤝 Soulful Connections: Embrace the camaraderie of fellow empaths, sharing experiences and building a community of understanding.

🌿 Spiritual Nourishment: Receive guidance and support on your spiritual journey, exploring practices that enhance your empathic abilities.

💖 Energetic and Emotional Support: Connect with kindred spirits who understand the nuances of empathic experiences. Share and receive support for the challenges and joys on your path.

🗣️ Open Discussions: Engage in heart-to-heart conversations about empathic experiences, self-discovery, and personal growth.

Topic- Taking on Others' Problems: They often feel a strong urge to help others, sometimes to the point of taking on their problems and responsibilities, which can be overwhelming.

Details:

Cost: Free but RSVP Required
RSVP Link:

This is a safe and inclusive space for empaths to connect, recharge, and navigate their empathic gifts with like-minded individuals.

Why Join Empathic Connections:

🌈 Explore your empathic abilities in a supportive environment.
🌟 Build lasting connections with a community that understands and honors your journey.
🌱 Nourish your soul with shared insights and transformative practices.

RSVP Today: https://www.simpletix.com/e/empath-support-group-august-topic-taking-o-tickets-174548

Let's come together to create an Empathic Connection that uplifts, supports, and empowers each and every soul. We look forward to welcoming you into this beautiful space of understanding and shared energy.

#EmpathicConnections #SoulSupport #EmpathJourney #EarthBodySoul 🌍💫🌈

Join us for a fun-filled evening of games, food, and drinks!

Join us for the FREE community blues jam, hosted by the Greater West Texas Blues Society. Bring your instrument or voice and come style your blues profile! Sound, stage and backline provided.

Doors open at 6 PM. Family and pet friendly.  Full bar service and food always provided.

This is a fan favorite event! This year we have a fun OLYMPICS theme so plan your costumes now. Teams are $550 or $110 if you want to pay individually. Please contact abelk@pbbor.org for registration forms.

We also need auction items

Open to both members & guests! Join YPM for their Networking Night and enjoy a night of meeting & mingling.

Members will get free drink tickets, sponsored by Liberty Oilfield Services.

Join us for the 22nd Annual Bustin' Clay for United Way, presented by ExxonMobil! All net proceeds benefit United Way of Midland.

Event Details:
-$225/shooter or $1,250 for 6-Man Team: includes breakfast & lunch, shooting and door prizes
-Three shooting rotations: 7:30am, 10am (reserved for Gold, Platinum & Premier Sponsors), & 1:30pm
-Sponsorship opportunities available!

To register online, please visit: www.betterunite.com/bustinclay2024 or contact Megan Davis at 432-685-7708, mdavis@uwmidland.org for more information.