June 19, 2014

THURSDAY

June 19….Buddy Holly Center Summer Showcase: Dix Hat Band (Americana) - The Buddy Holly Center is gearing up for another summer of music and fun with the annual Summer Showcase Concert Series running now through August 28th. Showcase is free to the public. There is a cash bar and beverages available for purchase. No outside beverages are allowed. Performances are every Thursday from 5:30 pm – 7:30 p.m. in the Meadows Courtyard. Buddy Holly Center, 19th & Crickets Ave.

June 19….Jimmy Buffett: Live at the Drive-In (Live Stream) - The Live at the Drive-In Music Series is thrilled to present: Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band. Jimmy loves drive-ins, sings about drive-ins, and has always wanted to play at a drive-in. For the first time ever, a live music concert will be simulcast to drive-ins across the country. Buy tickets online at www.tickets.driveinUSA.com and at the box office. Tickets are $18 per person and children 3 and under admitted free. For more info about this event: www.liveatthedrive-in.com. Stars and Stripes Drive In, 5101 Clovis Hwy; 9:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
FRIDAY Only

June 20...Movies@TheMuseum: "The Philadelphia Story" (1940) - Starring Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, and Jimmy Stewart. Museum of Texas Tech University, 3301 4th Street; 2 p.m.

June 20….Midnight Hamburger Band - Once again join Bleep Garnet, Steve Lott, Steve Williams, Mike Carroway, Brad Green, and Shaun Frankhouser as they play those great songs we all "grew up with." These guys play 'em all- better than ever!!! Get your tickets early- for another Hamburger Band Party. Cost:$15.00. Tickets can be reserved by calling 806-762-3233 or online at CactusTheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY and SATURDAY

June 20, 21 (Repeats June 27, 28)….Lubbock Moonlight Musicals: “Oliver” - The endearing story of orphan Oliver with a twist of fun! Musically brilliant, this show will delight and entertain all ages. Bring your family and "consider yourself at home" as you enjoy Oliver! This is a heart-warming classic that you don't want to miss! Season tickets are now available for Lubbock Moonlight Musicals' 2014 "Summer Over the Seas. If you have any questions, please call the Select-a-Seat box office at (806) 770-2000. Wells Fargo Amphitheatre, 413 E. Broadway; Gates open at 7 p.m. and show begins at 8 p.m.
SATURDAY Only

June 21….The Lubbock Downtown Art Market (DAM) - Time for the Farmers Market! Through the end of season in October, the market will be open every Saturday. There will be lots of vendors including Sunburst Farms, Crazy Hoe Farms, Harden Farms, Apple Country, Crusty's Wood Fired Pizza, Juicy Lucy’s Veggies, Dutch Cheesemaking, Wolf Creek Farms, Pullen Produce, Kelly B Jammin’, Simply Decadent Bakery, South Plains Foodbank GRUB Farm , Nancy Hubbard, Honeys Farm Fresh, Holy Cow Beef, and Dessert Flirt. Visit lubbockdowntownfarmersmarket.com for more information. Depot District, 19th & Buddy Holly; 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

June 21….Introduction to Home Brewing Class - Sograte BBQ and Brew's Introduction to Brewing Class is an excellent introduction to beer making where we will go over everything you need to know to get started brewing your own craft beer at home. Classes are limited in size to provide an intimate setting and more individualized attention. Pre-registration is required due to limited class size and will be on a first come first served basis. With the $35.00 fee, students will receive $15.00 gift voucher good for our Basic Starter Equipment Kit or any Sograte recipe ingredient kit. Students must be 21 years of age to participate in course. Receive $10.00 off of class price with mention of this listing. Call 806-319-5227 to register today. More details and online register here: http://sograte.com/brewschool. 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.

June 21…Saturday @The Museum: Native Americans - Free public come-and-go event. Enjoy fun, hands-on activities, and challenges! Activities are free of charge and are for children ages 8 and up and family members. Museum of Texas Tech University, located at 3301 4th Street; 1 – 4 p.m.

June 21….Summer Stampede 2014 - The Ranching Heritage Association invites everyone to enjoy an evening of art, music, food, and dancing at Summer Stampede 2014. Come to the National Ranching Heritage and support NRHC’s efforts to tell the ranching story. Twenty noted artists and artisans will be featured with exquisite works (paintings, sculptures, spurs, bits, leatherwork) on sale at the event. A buffet dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m. and there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy some awesome art, eat, drink and mingle before the Summer Stampede Dance. Jake Hooker and the Outsiders take the stage at 8:30 providing the musical backdrop for a night of fun and fellowship for a good cause – supporting NRHC and its programs. Contact Vicki Quinn-Williams (Vicki.quinn-williams@ttu.edu) or go to the http://nrhc.ttu.edu/ for ticket information. National Ranching Heritage Center, 3121 4th Street. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m.

June 21….The Covenant Foundation Presents: Storytellers - Produced each year as a fundraiser gala featuring a meal beforehand, this intimate concert shines the spotlight on the songwriters behind some of the most recognizable and respected songs in the music business. Featured this year are tunesmiths Cory Batten, Karyn Rochelle and Kent Blazy. Purchase tickets through the Covenant Foundation. Event held at the Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:00 p.m.

June 21….American Chuckle: Stand Up Comedy - Because everyone chuckles to survive, Stress Level Orange Productions is proud to present American Chuckle, An Evening of Stand-up Comedy. The show features 90 minutes of original stand-up comedy performances by five of Texas' funniest comedians, including: Brandon Davidson, Deborah Privett, Thomas Nichols, Sheridi Lester, and Lubbock's own Bobby Friske. The show will be hosted by local favorite, Adam Hernandez. Admission is $20 per person. Tickets can be purchased by calling 708.374.7531 or email at americanchuckle@stresslevelorange.com. Firehouse Theater, Firehouse, 511 Avenue K; 8 p.m.
SUNDAY Only

June 22….Sunday 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.
This Week's Trivia Question....

For this contest, 1 winner will be chosen to receive two vouchers to attend any of the Lubbock Moonlight Musicals performances this summer!

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

The Question: Which character in the theatrical production of "Oliver!" gave Oliver the name “Twist” ???

The deadline for this contest is Sunday at midnight and the winner will be contacted Monday by mid-afternoon. Please....we ask that you only enter the contest once to be fair to everyone.

Thanks...and good luck to all!

Looking Ahead in the Calendar....

June 26…BHC Summer Showcase: Mike Pritchard/Hat Trick
June 26-29.....Science Spectrum: CritterFest
June 27…Del Castillo in Concert
June 27…Lubbock Speedway Firecracker Shootout
June 28...Roundtable Luncheon: Terry Greenberg
June 28…Butterfly Release: Arboretum Wildflower Gardens
June 28…Jay Boy Adams & Zenobia

Many more UPCOMING FUN THINGS TO DO are listed on our website...lots further out than the weekly postcard. Click here to go to our CALENDAR OF EVENTS for more info on these activites and MORE>

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