Upcoming public events in Clinton County include:
Sunday, Jan. 9
• “Babe” begins the “Sunday Come in from the Cold Family-Friendly Matinee Series” at the Murphy Theatre in Wilmington at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9. The movie “Babe” is the heartwarming tale of a pig raised by sheepdogs on a rural English farm that learns to herd sheep with a little help from Farmer Hoggett. All tickets are $5 at the door.
Wednesday, Jan. 12
• CMH Regional Health System community blood drive noon-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12 at 610 W. Main St., Wilmington. Everyone who registers to donate will receive the special-edition “Counting on You in 2022” long-sleeve t-shirt. Appointments are encouraged. Schedule online at www.DonorTime.com or call (937) 461-3220.
Saturday, Jan. 15
• A Hard Day’s Night — Beatles tribute band at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Sunday, Jan. 16
• “Happy Feet” continues the “Sunday Come in from the Cold Family-Friendly Matinee Series” movie at the Murphy Theatre in Wilmington at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16. In “Happy Feet”, into the world of the Emperor Penguins, who find their soul mates through song, a penguin is born who cannot sing — but he can tap dance something fierce! All tickets are $5 at the door.
Thursday, Jan. 20
• The Wayside Winds woodwind quartet performs, in partnership with Wilmington College, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurhpytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Sunday, Jan. 23
• “The Lego Batman Movie” continues the “Sunday Come in from the Cold Family-Friendly Matinee Series” at the Murphy Theatre in Wilmington at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 23. All tickets are $5 at the door.
Saturday, Jan. 29
• Phil Dirt and the Dozers at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Sunday, Jan. 30
• “The Muppets” continues the “Sunday Come in from the Cold Family-Friendly Matinee Series” at the Murphy Theatre in Wilmington at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 30. In this 2011 film, a Muppet fanatic with some help from his two human compatriots must regroup the Muppet gang to stop an avaricious oil mogul from taking down one of their precious life-longing treasures. All tickets are $5 at the door.
Saturday, Feb. 19
• Hotel California — Eagles tribute band at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Saturday, Feb. 26
• “George Washington Carver and Friends”, a matinee performance for youth by Bright Star Touring Theatre, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Saturday, March 12
• “Love Letters” starring Amy Yasbeck and Steve Burnette — presented by, and marking the debut of, the Murphy Stage Company — is a one-night-only fundraiser performance at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 12 at the Murphy Theatre. The funny yet heart-touching play will be the return of Amy Yasbeck to her Uncle Charlie Murphy’s theatre.
Friday, March 18
• The Drowsy Lads “Post-St. Patty’s Day Hangover Concert” is at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 18 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Saturday, March 19
• “County Legends Tribute Tour” featuring the hits of Garth Brooks, Toby Keith and Keith Urban at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
April 1-2
• “FOOLS” by Neil Simon for audiences of all ages performed by the new Murphy Stage Company on Friday, April 1 (of course) at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Tuesday, April 5
• Giuliano Graniti, concert pianist, in partnership with Wilmington College, performs at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 5 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Saturday, April 9
• ABBAmania featuring the hits of one of the biggest-selling groups of all-time is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
Saturday, April 16
• “Alice in Wonderland”, a matinee performance for youth by Bright Star Touring Theatre, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at the Murphy Theatre. For more information or to reserve your tickets, visit www.themurphytheatre.org or call 937-382-3643 or email [email protected] .
