May 30, 2013

THURSDAY

May 30 (Series resumes each Thursday through August 29)….Buddy Holly Center Summer Showcase Concert Series - The Buddy Holly Center is gearing up for another summer of music and fun with the annual Summer Showcase Concert Series. Performances are every Thursday evening in the Meadows Courtyard. The Summer Showcase experience is an entertaining and modern environment where patrons can enjoy original and unique Texas made music. This week's featured act is Element (R&B / Funk). Free to the public. There will be a cash bar and beverages available for purchase. Please, no outside beverages are allowed. Buddy Holly Center, 19th & Crickets Ave. 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

May 30 (Series resumes June 27)….Cactus Theater: Imagine Lubbock Music - Join three of Lubbock's cutting edge singer/songwriters for three wonderful evenings of fresh, original music. Call the box office to check out the featured artists. Tickets are $5.00. To reserve tickets call 806-762-3233 or visit the official venue website at www.cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 8 p.m.

FRIDAY

May 31….Slaton's Fifth Friday Art on the Square - Come enjoy a cool spring evening with us as we celebrate the expansion of the Junk Queens shop, Slaton Bakery's homemade ice cream machine, the new Herbalife Shake Shop, and the 1st anniversary of Multiplicity Art Gallery with refreshments and hourly giveaways of artwork and gift certificates. Don't forget to visit the Slaton Museum, Town Square Antique Mall, Miniature Railroad, In-Between Art Gallery, Quilt Shop, Children's Art, Klemke's and more! Slaton, Texas; 6 - 9 p.m.

May 31….Cactus Theater: An Evening of Broadway's Best - Join a group of the finest vocalists you will ever hear as they present the Broadway tunes you've grown to love! Get your tickets early, this is sure to be a sold out house! Tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased by calling 806-762-3233 or visit www.catustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue; 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY and SATURDAY

May 31 – June 1….8th Annual Hub City Bikefest - The Hub City Bikefest BBQ Cook Off will take place on Friday and gates open at noon to the public. Price is $5.00 per person. Family friendly on Friday only. The Hub City Bikefest Motorcycle Rally will take place on Saturday and gates open at noon to the public. Adults only - No kids. Price is $5.00 per person. For more information visit www.buffalospringslake.net. Buffalo Springs Lake, 9999 High Meadow Rd. Noon 'til ?

May 31, June 1….Christ in the Arts presents “EPIC….Timeless Tale of Extravagant Love” - Join us for this most-beloved, epic story retold through a unique kind of dramatic dance, engaging music, and stunning visual effects! Admission is free. For more information visit www.Christinthearts.org. First Baptist Church Lubbock, 2201 Broadway. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., performance at 7 p.m.

SATURDAY Only

June 1….Buffalo Springs Lake Open Water Swim - No walls or flip turns. No lane lines to keep you swimming straight. Practice your race skills or overcome your fears at BLOWS - Buffalo Spings Lake Open Water Swim. Supported by certified lifeguards, kayaks and scuba divers, we will provide a safe environment for your open water swim. Both short and long course distances will be available. If a triathlon or swimming the English Channel is on your bucket list, you might as well start practicing at Buffalo Springs Lake! For more information, visit buffalospringslake.net. Buffalo Springs Lake, 9999 High Meadow Road, 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.

June 1…. National Trails Day Night Hike - Join guides at dusk to explore the Landmark after dark! Gather at the Robert A. Nash Interpretive Center to begin the adventure. Be sure to wear comfortable, sturdy, closed-toed shoes and bring a bottle of water. Night hikes are always held, weather permitting. For more information visit www.depts.ttu.edu. Lubbock Lake Landmark, 2404 Landmark Ave.
SUNDAY Only

June 2 (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 Ave; 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Kids' Summer Camp Preview:
This Week's Listings Feature Three Varied Types of Offerings....

Hub Performing Arts School

June 3 – June 21: (Ages Kindergarten - 10th grade) Shining Stars Camp starts Monday, June 3rd and it's not too late to get your STAR registered! Hub Performing Arts School will kick off their sixth summer of incredible camps for talented kids with this three week day camp for all ability levels. Campers take classes in acting , singing and dance in the mornings and work on the show HONK JR. in the afternoon. Honk is a great musical about the Ugly Duckling and has tons of great parts! Camp is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day and there are early drop off and late pick up options. Camp registration forms can be found at www.hubperformingartsschool.com or by emailing hub@hubperformingartsschool.com or calling 806-577-2978.

June 24 – July 3: ( 3rd – 12th Grade) Triple Threat Camp - This camp is for students entering 3rd through 12th grade who want to improve their technique. Campers will receive specialized training in singing, acting and dancing. They will have the opportunity to leave camp with a short song and monologue suitable for auditions. M-F 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

July 8 – July 26: (3rd – 12th Grade) Broadway Bound Camp - This three week day camp is for those campers entering the 3rd through 12th grades in the fall who want to take their musical theatre skills to the next level. Campers will receive individual instruction in dance and voice as well as group instruction in acting, singing and dancing. Campers will perform a full scale musical at the end of camp.

Camp registration is limited to 50. Campers must audition. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Lubbock Lake Landmark

Summer Youth Classes - June 4 through July 19

All classes are taught Tuesdays through Fridays.
For ages 5-10.
All classes are from 1-3 p.m.
Programs will introduce children to the cultural and natural heritage of the Southern High Plains, exploring a different theme each week through science, social studies, and environmental education based activities. Pre-Registration is required for all summer classes. All programs are FREE of charge, but space is limited! Please understand that classes are not designed for "Drop-In" participation. The weekly theme content is developed so that a child can learn about a topic through activities that build from one day to the next. Contact the Lubbock Lake Landmark at 806 742 1116 or lubbock.lake@ttu.edu.

Amazing Afternoons is designed for 5, 6 and 7 year olds ONLY. Prairie Explorers is designed for 8, 9, and 10 year olds ONLY.

June Amazing Afternoons

June 4-7 G.T.T. - Gone to Texas
Why did settlers come to Texas? What kinds of things happened along the way? Join us as we learn fun and not-so-fun facts about the Lone Star State!

June 11-14 Women of the West
Discover women of the West!! Learn about three exciting women and how they "tamed" the Wild West!

June 18-21 Life as a Paleoindian
Travel back in time 12,000 years and discover how Hunter/Gatherers survived and thrived on the Southern High Plains.

June 25-28 Mammoths, Bison, Horned Lizards
Explore the ancient and modern natural world to learn about Extinction, Adaptation, and Conservation.

June Prairie Explorers

June 4-7 G.T.T. - Gone to Texas
Why did settlers come to Texas? What kinds of things happened along the way? Join us as we learn fun and not-so-fun facts about the Lone Star State!

June 11-14 Women of the West
Discover women of the West!! Learn about three exciting women and how they "tamed" the Wild West!

June 18-21 Life as a Paleoindian
Travel back in time 12,000 years and discover how Hunter/Gatherers survived and thrived on the Southern High Plains.

June 25-28 Mammoths, Bison, Horned Lizards
Explore the ancient and modern natural world to learn about Extinction, Adaptation, and Conservation.

Lubbock Parks and Rec

Summer Camps: June 3 - August 23
www.playlubbock.com

June, Monday-Friday – CAMPS

Weekly Junior Tennis Camps, 9-11 am, $25/wk, Burgess Rushing Tennis Center.

Discovery Camp for Kids, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, Ages 6-12, $85 weekly,

Hodges Community Center 767-3706

Kidz Zone Summer Camp, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, Ages 6-12, $85 weekly,

Maxey Community Center 767-3796

Summer Satellite Camps, 7:45 am – 5:30 pm, Ages 6-12, $15 weekly, Low-Income Families. Rawlings Community Center, Simmons Community Center and Trejo Supercenter
Last Week's Trivia Winners.....

The Question: According to government statistics, which three (3) fresh fruits/vegetables outsell all others during the course of summer?

Answer: Peaches, Watermelon and Tomatoes

Winner: Gloria A. of Lubbock
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