June 20, 2013

THURSDAY

June 20….Buddy Holly Center Summer Showcase Concert – . The Center is an exciting and beautiful facility located in the heart of Lubbock’s historic Depot District. Home to the most extensive permanent exhibition on the life and music of Buddy Holly, the Center also features a contemporary Fine Arts Gallery, the Texas Musicians Hall of Fame Gallery and the outdoor Buddy & Maria Elena Holly Plaza. At 5:30 p.m. the Summer Showcase Concert Series will feature Wendy Colonna (Folk Rock). Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Avenue; 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.

FRIDAY

June 21….House Concert with Wendy Colonna - Wendy Colonna combines the heart and soul of her Louisiana roots with the funky refinement of her current Austin domicile, and the result is a sophisticated, sexy, soulful sound that is all her own, yet remains accessible and inviting. A master songwriter, her poetic lyrics have an interesting edge that gives meaning beyond words, and her delivery - which can vary between melodic and gritty - brings them home. A multi-year regular at the Buddy Holly Summer Showcase, Wendy returns to share the kind of intimate evening that can only occur in the eye-contact environment that a house concert provides. For tickets or info visit the website listed below or call Paul Johnson at 806.535.0303. Open to the general public. Tickets are $20 each at the door, or through hubcitymusic.com. RSVP appreciated, but not required, last minute guests are welcome. BYOB. Complimentary bottled water and hors d’oeuvres provided. 100% of all revenue goes to this musician. Paul Johnson’s house, 3707-94th St; 7:15 p.m.

June 21….Asleep at the Wheel in Concert - Led by longtime leader and founder Ray Benson - and leading the field in both traditional and progressive western swing music - the amazing 40+ year legend that is Asleep At The Wheel - takes the Cactus stage to share the heritage and tradition of this iconic Texas sound. Folks, it just doesn’t get any better than this! Tickets are $30.00 and $35.00. To reserve your tickets call 806-762-3233 or visit the box office online at www.cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY and SATURDAY

June 21 - 22….Hub Performing Arts School's Shining Stars Campers present “Honk Jr.” - This heartwarming story of the Ugly Duckling will have you singing all the way home! Ugly is born into a family of ducks but it is clear from the beginning that he is different from the rest of his family. Join Ugly on his journey to discover who he really is as he meets the cat, the geese and the bull frog. Tickets are just $5 and can be purchased at the door. Call 577-2978 for more information. Heart of Worship Church, 19101 FM 1730 (South Slide 4 miles south of FM 1585); 7 p.m.

June 21 - 22….Children and Adults Theatrical Studios Presents "The Diary of Anne Frank" - In this powerful new adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl, who confronts her rapidly changing life and the increasing horror of her time with astonishing honesty, wit, and determination. An impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, "The Diary of Anne Frank" captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence—their fear, their hope, their laughter, their grief. Each day of these two dark years, Anne's voice shines through: "When I write I shake off all my cares. But I want to achieve more than that. I want to be useful and bring enjoyment to all people, even those I've never met. I want to go on living even after my death!" This is an adaptation for a new generation able to confront the true horrors of the Holocaust. Price: $10 for Adults; $8 for Students/Seniors. Call 806-792-0501 for reservations. Children and Adults Theatrical Studios, 2254 -34th St. House opens at 7 p.m.; show starts at 7:30 p.m.

June 21 - 22 (Repeats June 28-29)….Lubbock Moonlight Musicals Presents “ Peter Pan” - This high-flying fantasy will delight children and adults alike as it swoops into The Wells Fargo Amphitheatre this summer! Reserve your tickets to Neverland now! Come see Peter, Wendy, Captain Hook and the Lost Boys in a story so magical it actually takes flight! This is a production you don’t want to miss. Bring your family and come fly away with us to Neverland for a swashbuckling epic that delivers non-stop action, spell binding music and stunning choreography. All summer performances will be outdoors in the Wells Fargo Amphitheater in beautiful Mackenzie Park. The audience is encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and personal lawn chairs or blankets. Seating is on grassy terraces. Tickets are for preferred seating (in the center) and for general admission seating on the sides. Tickets for all performances may be purchased online at www.ticketsage.com/_lubbock/ or by calling 806-770-2000. Wells Fargo Amphitheater, Mackenzie Park, 413 E. Broadway; 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY Only

June 22….Lubbock Heritage Society Trip – The Lubbock Heritage Society is Big Spring Bound! All are invited to come along on a road trip to Big Spring and the following exciting events:

7:45 a.m. Depart Lubbock from Buddy Holly Center Parking Lot
(They advised we can leave cars parked there during the day)
10:00 a.m. Arrive Big Spring
10:15 a.m. Dine at the newly reopened, historic Settles Hotel (We will order from a limited menu, eating early to avoid their lunch crowd)
11:30 a.m. Tour the restored Hotel (tour will take approximately one hour)
1:00-2:00 p.m. Bus tour of the Big Spring State Park
2:00 -3:00 p.m. Tour the Heritage Museum
3:00-4:00 p.m. Guided tour of the Potton House, circa 1901. A wonderful look at turn of the century architecture and furnishings.
4:00 p.m. Bus will depart Big Spring
6:00 p.m. Arrive Lubbock

Transportation furnished by King’s Highway Tour Bus
Cost per person: $25.00 plus your lunch
For reservations, contact: Sonja Gotcher: valentinesonja@aol.com or by Phone: 806-790-9337
Reservations were due by June 15th...check for availability!

June 22….The PeeWee Fishing Derby - All kids 10 and under are admitted free with a supervising adult. Register day-of at the Lake. Free T-shirt with registration.Three prize classes: 0-3 years, 4-6 year, 7-10 years. Call 806.747.3353 for more information or visit www.buffalospringslake.net. Buffalo Springs Lake, 9999 High Meadow Road; 4-6 p.m.

June 22 (Additional class offered on June 25)….Stained Glass Classes - Both teens and adults are invited to this stained glass class instructed by Laura Hamlett. All tools & supplies included. Pre-registration required. Call 767-3724 for more information and to register. Sat June 22: Suncatchers $25. 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Tues June 25: Advanced stained glass. $50 per person. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Garden & Arts Center, 4215 University Ave.

June 22….Cactus Theater: The Flatlanders Unplugged - As the final concert in a series featuring Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock unplugged, the Cactus proudly presents the full group assembled: the legendary Lubbock natives known to music fans everywhere as "The Flatlanders" - in concert! Tickets are $30.00 and $35.00. To reserve your tickets call the box office at 806-762-3233 or visit the official theater website at www.cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.
SUNDAY Only

June 23 (Repeats on Sundays through July 14)…Westwinds Brass Band Concert in the Park – Come and enjoy an old fashioned Concert In the Park, performed by the Westwinds Brass Band. Traditional brass band music, marches, overtures, outstanding soloists, and our traditional favorite...the kid's march. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an hour of fun music-- maybe even a picnic supper! Concerts are sponsored by the Tech Terrace Neighborhood Association. Admission is FREE and everyone welcome. Wagner Park, 26th St. and Flint Avenue; 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.

June 23….Lunar Lope “Super” Supermoon 5k Run/1 Mile Walk - The Lunar Lope is a 5k Run or 1 Mile Walk for Texas Tech Recreation Members or interested community participants! Come join us under the Supermoon! Cost - Texas Tech Rec Center Members : $15, Community Members: $25. Pre-register at the Fit/Well Office in the SRC or on Active.com. Race Day Registration and race start will be outside the Rec Center at the Leisure Pool South Entrance. Race Starts at 10 p.m.

Community Spotlight:
Volunteer Center of Lubbock Offers Opportunity to Give Back...

For more information on any of these projects, contact Youth Volunteerism Coordinator Lisa Stratton at (806) 747-0551 or lstratton@volunteerlubbock.org.

Our From the Heart volunteer program allows families to get involved together. It teaches people of all ages about giving back to their community in a variety of ways. Volunteer projects for the family are offered at the Volunteer Center once a week during the summer. We welcome children of all ages to attend with a parent or guardian and enjoy the opportunities to give back.

The following projects will be from 10 a.m. to Noon on the assigned day, unless otherwise noted.

Thursday, June 27
Help make awareness ribbons with the Alström Angels organization for their awareness campaign taking place this fall. Alström Syndrome is one of the most brutal diseases there is, touching every organ in the body. Most children are lost in their late teens and early twenties due to the medical complications it causes.

Wednesday, July 3
Help harvest crops at the South Plains Food Bank's GRUB Farm! Wear something you can get dirty and appropriate shoes. The GRUB (Growing Recruits for Urban Business) program is designed to teach young adults, ages 14 to 21, life and job skills.

Thursday, July 11
Play bingo with seniors at Carillon. Afternoon Event 1:45-3:15 p.m.
The Carillon LifeCare Community is an active, friendly retirement neighborhood in Lubbock.

Thursday, July 18
Come out and have fun with the residents at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center! Spend time with the residents through special summer events that will be determined at a later date. The Lubbock State Supported Living Center provides campus-based direct services and supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Thursday, July 25
Help out at High Point Village's summer camp activities! High Point Village is a faith-based nonprofit organization developed to provide an enrichment center and residential living community for individuals with special needs.

Looking at Next Week & Beyond...

June 27, 28, 29, 30….Critterfest ’13 at Science Spectrum
July 5-6….Moonlight Musicals: “Annie Get Your Gun”

Last Week's Trivia Winner....

Question: Recently deceased, which former KLLL disc jockey went on to win the first "Comedian of the Year" award from the Country Music Association (CMA) and later was the first weekly host of the nationally-syndicated "American Country Countdown" ?

Answer: Don Bowman

Winner: Anita N. of Lubbock
This Week's Trivia Question.....

This week 1 winner will be chosen for a Family 4-pak to attend CritterFest at the Science Spectrum next weekend!

To win these tickets, answer the trivia question below and email it to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com using the fun phrase "Critter Craze" as your subject title.

Question: What is the name and location of the oldest continually operating amusement park in the U.S. ???

The deadline for this contest is Sunday at noon and the winners will be contacted Friday by mid-afternoon. Please....we ask that you only enter the contest once to be fair to everyone out there : )

Please be sure to include your daytime contact info in the body of the email so we may get the tickets to you easily. We'd like to know if you live in Lubbock or in the surrounding area, so please include your hometown in your entry.

Good luck to everyone!
Got an idea especially for the ladies?
steph@lubbockfunclub.com

Got an idea to promote something just for the guys?
shane@lubbockfunclub.com

Special event coming up? Send us the details!
info@lubbockfunclub.com

Go to CALENDAR OF EVENTS for even MORE fun things to do!
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