Things to do in Texarkana January 6 – January 14, 2025

1. Downtown LIVE!
Friday, January 10
Downtown Live is a monthly event that brings live art and music to the historic heart of Texarkana. Downtown businesses stay open late for visitors, many offering special deals and sales exclusive to DL! Learn more.

2. African American Voice
Friday, January 10
The annual African American Voice: An Evening of Performance with Special Moments for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is Texarkana’s opening event. Since 2002, it has been a full-house event in Cabe Hall, honoring Dr. King’s civil rights work and celebrating his birthday. The event is held every year without regard for weather conditions. Learn more!

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3. TAAC Exhibition – Good Trouble Quilts
Through March 1
Sponsored by the TRAHC African American Committee (TAAC), Good Trouble Quilts: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Congressman John Lewis is an exhibition of 35 original quilted artworks that center around the work and impact of the Congressman. Learn more!

4. Children’s Story Time
Thursday, January 9
Help your children find a love for books and meet new friends! Each story time will have an easy craft following! Learn more.

5. Basic Sewing Class – Texarkana College
Thursday, January 9
Ready to start your sewing journey? Whether you’re a complete beginner or just looking to refresh your skills, our Basic Sewing Class is perfect for you! Learn more.

6. The Durango Band at Elk’s
Saturday, January 11
The Durango Band at Elks Lodge 2771. Cover is $10.00 per person. 50/50; Door Prizes; Snacks available. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Band takes the stage at 8:00 p.m. Learn more!

7. All Sports Camp
Saturday, January 11
Make plans to attend this exciting event! Learn more.

8. Mega Gallade Raid Day
Saturday, January 11
TXK Pokémon GO Community will be hosting the Mega Gallade Raid Day on January 11th at 2:00-5:00 PM CST at Spring Lake Park! Learn more.

9. Leadership Framework Programs
Month of January
FREE 1ST THURSDAY – COFFEE & CONVERSATION
JAN 9th / 8-9 AM – Join us downtown at The Rabbit Hole for informal engaging intro to the Enneagram. Dr. Brandy Eldridge, Asst Director, Leadership TXK – the Enneagram is centuries-old powerful personality system to help you understand yourself and others better–a proven pathway for enhancing personal and professional relationships.

STRENGTHS BASED LEADERSHIP
WORKSHOP: JANUARY 14 • 9:30AM -12:30PM. Certified SBL trainer Keri Porter shares the wisdom of Strengths Based Leadership (SBL) to teams, Used by 90% of Fortune 500 companies for its value for • leveraging self employees’ natural strengths, with • increasing employee engagement, productivity, and overall performance.

ENHANCING TEAM DYNAMICS with the Enneagram
WORKSHOP: JANUARY 31 | 9AM -12PM (REGISTRATION DEADLINE JAN 20). Dr. Brandy Eldridge, Assistant Director, Leadership TXK. Equip your team leaders with actionable techniques to build stronger, more motivated teams that are ready to take on new challenges. By investing in this workshop, you’re investing in a culture that fuels productivity, collaboration, and ongoing growth.

10. Visit Four States Auto Museum
A lovely collection of classic cars across most automotive eras. Museum Hours: Saturday 10am – 4pm; Sunday 1pm – 4pm. Learn more!