June 15, 2017

THURSDAY Only

June 15 ….Buddy Holly Summer Showcase Series - This week, Jenni Dale Lord Band plays Americana/Country. Summer Showcase 2017 is free to the public. There will be a cash bar, food and beverages available for purchase. Please, no outside beverages are allowed. Performances are every Thursday evening from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm in the Meadows Courtyard, 1810 Crickets Avenue.
FRIDAY Only

June 16….Lubbock Community Theatre's Bedtime Stories - Bring your own lawn chairs and picnic to see Lubbock Community Theatre's Bedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad) (Who Messed Them Up) by Ed Monk. It's dad's turn to tell his three rambunctious kids their bedtime stories, but when he gets fuzzy on the details, the classics get creative: a prince with a snoring problem spices up The Princess and The Pea, The Boy Who Cried Wolf cries dinosaur instead, and Rumpelstiltskin helps turn all that pesky gold into straw. You may think you know your fairy tales, but not the way Dad tells them.This performance is free to the public. Reagor Dykes Stage on the LHUCA Plaza, 511 Avenue K; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

June 16….Cactus Theater Presents: America's Favorite Band: Tribute to The Eagles – From their earliest days making a name for themselves on the California folk-rock circuit in the late ’60s to their latter day arena-filling "reunion" tours,The Eagles came to define what it meant to be the ultimate crossover band - one that appealed to virtually all types of audiences and defying any singular music format. Join us as we pay tribute to what is arguably the most popular American band of all time on Friday, June 16. Confirmed vocalists include Cactus favorites Jason Fellers, Jeff Bailey, Mark Paden and Amber Pennington. You'll hear all the big hits including "Peaceful Easy Feeling", "Life In the Fast Lane", "Lyin' Eyes", "Hotel California" and so many more unforgettable hits - the songs that helped define an era for generations of music fans.Get ready for an evening of pure delight as we revisit one of the richest catalogs in the history of recorded music! Reserved seats for this show are $20 on the floor and $15 in the balcony. Box office open daily 3:00-5:30 p.m. or call (806) 762-3233 or order online at cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave: 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY and SATURDAY

June 16-17 (Repeats June 23-24; July 30-July 1)….Lubbock Moonlight Musicals Presents: “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” - To begin the 12th summer season of Lubbock Moonlight Musicals, we are happy to announce our upcoming production of Mark Twain’s timeless tale, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Based on the Mark Twain novel, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, centers around the escapades of orphan-teen, Tom, and his miscreant best-friend, Huckelberry Finn. Set on the banks of the Mississippi River during the end of the 1800s, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer exhibits a simpler life, the power of friendship, young love, and the merits of mischief. Join us for a musical adventure with “Tom Sawyer” at the Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre this summer! A great date night or family outing, “Tom Sawyer” will be fun for all! Picnics and coolers welcome! TICKETS: Adult Premium - $31; Adult GA- $23; Student GA- $15; Child Premium (12 and under) - $18; Child GA (12 and under) - $10 (INCLUDING SERVICE CHARGE) Tickets at all Select-A-Seat locations and online. Phone 806-770-2000, or visit www.selectaseatlubbock.com. City of Lubbock Home/. Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre, 413 E. Broadway; Gates open at 7 p.m., and the performance begins at 8 p.m.
SATURDAY Only

June 17….Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market - Looking for best in local produce, handmade and artisan products? If the answer is "yes"...then visit the Downtown Farmers Market each Saturday at 19th and Buddy Holly Ave from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a taste of downtown Lubbock - where you'll find the finest in local produce, meat, dairy, cheese, baked goods and arts. The full 2017 market season will be every Saturday from June 3rd to October 28th from 9 a.m. until vendors sell out. For additional information, visit lubbockdowntownfarmersmarket.com/. We look forward to seeing you every Saturday at the Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market at 19th Street & Buddy Holly Ave.

June 17….2017 Pond-Waterscape Tour - Tickets are $7 for Adults and Children over 12; $5 for Lubbock Arboretum Members; and Children under 12 are free. Tickets can be purchased at each location on the day of the tour OR you can purchase tickets in advance at the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, 4111 University Avenue on June 14 between 10:30 and 12 noon and June 16 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Locations:

1. 2801 69th St. Large pond built in 2012 with 3 waterfalls. Gorgeous xeriscaped yard with arbor, color pots, and a large vegetable garden.

2. 4630 94th St. Beautiful pond built in 2016 with multiple falls, koi and color pots. The most colorful yard on the tour.

3. 4701 82nd St. Lakeridge United Methodist Church. Built in 2013. A lush prayer/meditation garden featuring 3 pondless waterfalls, exuberant plants and shrubs, benches and a gazebo. This garden will be one you’ll never forget.

4. 6021 91st St. Spectacular pondless waterfall located in very quaint and cozy back yard. Features multiple waterfalls, colorful plants and spacious, attached outdoor kitchen.

5. 4610 11th St. Built in 2016. This absolutely stunning backyard features a large pondless waterfall, outdoor arbor and kitchen, and a whole array of drought tolerant and fruit-bearing shrubs. The Close residence is the only home in Lubbock to receive the Emerald Award for environment and animal friendly residential property. It is also a certified wildlife habitat and turtle refuge.

6. 12108 Slide Rd. Owner – Paul Nash. The only pond located on a commercial property this year; it's nestled in a gorgeous courtyard featuring large koi fish, and running rock fountains.
Tour will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

June 17….West Texas 1st Annual 5v5 & Skills Soccer Tournament - This Soccer event is designed to raise awareness about Chronic Kidney Disease. To help educate and prevent chronic kidney disease and also increase awareness of patient needs. Various information and vendor booths will be present at the event. Guests are encouraged to stop by and visit during the tournament. Food Vendors: Available mid-morning through lunch at the field. Age groups: 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-Adult. Team cost $125, Roster of 5 players. Beginners to advanced players welcome. 30 min games, Guarantee of 3 games. For more information contact Kimberly Powers, Phone: 806-744-1252. Berl Huffman Soccer Field, Texas 289 Loop Frontage Rd & Landmark Ln; 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

June 17….LHUCA Songwriter Showcase - Bring your dinner, dessert, and lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxing evening on the LHUCA Plaza. The music will start at 8 p.m. and finish at 9:30 p.m. This showcase will be fashioned as a song-swap moderated by host Andy Wilkinson. This Songwriter Showcase will feature songster Rod Taylor and songwriters Charlie Stout and Zoe Carter. Along with the music, there’ll be stories and discussion about songs and songwriting. Reagor Dykes Stage on the LHUCA Plaza, 511 Ave K. The evening will begin at 7 p.m.

June 17….Rick's World of Illusion Magic Show - An exciting night of magic with one of the most popular magicians in the Southwest area! Dr. H has played the roles of Stage Illusionist, Motivational Speaker, and Corporate Trainer for over 35 years. Rick’s Magic show has elevated the art of modern illusions to new heights in the entertainment industry and captivates audiences young and old. Watch as Rick cuts a girl in half using a see-through glass box, see girls float and vanish in mid air, watch as birds appear from his fingertips, girls appear out of a box of fire, and many more breathtaking modern illusions. Benefits will go to Project Set Me Free and Oxford House Chapter 13. Tickets are available via Select-a-Seat. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theater, 1501 Mac Davis Lane; 7:00 PM - 9:00

June 17….Rebel • Outlaw • Legend: West Texas Birthday Salute to Waylon Jennings - The Cactus pays tribute to a favorite son of the South Plains....the one and only WAYLON JENNINGS - on the occasion of what would have been his 80th birthday. We'll remember the early days in Littlefield and Lubbock...chart the course from Clovis to Phoenix....and on to Nashville. We'll revisit and pay tribute to the man through the songs that made him the legendary musician that rose from humble beginnings in the "suburbs of a cotton field." Confirmed performers on this truly all-West Texas tribute include: Kenny Maines, Jerry Brownlow, Mark Paden, Jeff Bailey and Amber Pennington....all backed by the fantastic talents of The Rhythm Machine. Just a small sampling of the stellar song list we'll feature from the early days in Lubbock and onto Phoenix: "My Baby Walks All Over Me" and "Anita You're Dreaming"; to the early RCA days: "Stop the World and Let Me Off", "Mental Revenge" and "Only Daddy That'll Walk the Line". We'll chronicle the monster success of the "outlaw" movement: "Honky Tonk Heroes", "I'm A Ramblin' Man", "Rainy Day Woman", "This Time" and many more. Finally, we'll throw in a few surprises and the stories behind them as we cap the evening with a song from the last recordings. If you are a Waylon fan....you will be thrilled with this heartfelt tribute to the one and only Waylon Jennings. Get to the show early so you don't miss the pre-show "bonus" fun as we highlight Waylon's career through vintage clips and interviews. From rebel...to outlaw...to legend...this tribute concert will chronicle the songs that carved out his lofty place in country music history. Join us for this very special night as some of the region's great vocalists and pickers join us for this evening of music and memories. One night only....don't miss it! Reserved floor seats only $20; standard balcony $15; limited box seats $40 (included concessions). Box office open daily 3:00-5:30 p.m. or call (806) 762-3233 or order online at cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave: 7:30 p.m.

June 17….Night Hike at the Lubbock Lake Landmark - Experience nature in Yellow House Draw, and tour the night sky at the “Landmark after Dark” night hike. Gather at the Robert A. Nash Interpretive Center at dusk to begin your adventure. All hikers should wear closed-toed shoes and bring a bottle of water. No flashlights please. Night hikes begin at dusk, 30 minutes before the official time of sunset. Night hikes are always held, weather permitting. For all Ages. Lubbock Lake Landmark, 2401 Landmark Drive; 8:30 p.m.
SUNDAY Only

June 18….Jason Eady in Concert - On his last two albums, Jason Eady earned major acclaim for his ahead-of-the- curve take on classic country, a bold departure from his earlier excursions into blues-infused Americana. Now with his sixth album, the Mississippi-bred singer/guitarist merges his distinct sensibilities into a stripped-down, roots- oriented sound that starkly showcases the gritty elegance of his songwriting. “Even back in my early days of getting into music, I always cared more about the writers than the singers,” says Eady, who grew up in Jackson. “I’d look up who’d written a certain song, and then go seek out more songs from that writer.” For Eady—who names Merle Haggard, Guy Clark, and Willie Nelson among his main inspirations—instilling each song with so much graceful honesty proved to be his greatest achievement and thrill in creating the new album. “When you first get started making music, your ideas are grandiose and more about the big picture. But the longer I’ve done this, the more I’ve realized that the real joy comes from the process rather than the end goal,” he says. “So instead of writing what I think people want to hear, I’m writing what I want to write and trusting that—as long as it’s coming from an honest place—it’ll hopefully mean something to the people listening too.” Reserved seats $16 in advance; $20 day of show. Box office open daily 3:00-5:30 p.m. or call (806) 762-3233 or order online at cactustheater.com. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave: 7:30 p.m.

June 18….Sunday Concerts at The Park - Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and picnics to Wagner Park and listen to the Westwind Brass Band every Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. Concerts will be held at 8:00 p.m. on June 11, 18, and 25; July 2, 9 and 16. Enjoy these free concerts for all ages and experience music out under the West Texas sky in this neighborhood park. A special thank you to the Westwind Brass Band for their commitment to bringing music to the people of Lubbock every summer. Wagner Park is located at 26th Street and Flint Avenue.
Twin Trivia Questions This Week!

Question #1

For this week's contest, the winner will receive a Family 4 pack to CritterFest at the Science Spectrum June 22 -25.

To win these tickets, correctly answer the trivia question below and email it to us at info@lubbockfunclub.com using the fun phrase "It's a Zoo In Here!" as your subject title.

The Question: What relative of the alligator is native to Central and South America?

The deadline for this contest is this Sunday night at midnight and the winner will be contacted Monday by noon. Please provide a daytime phone number where we may contact you if you are the winner. We'd also like to know the city/town in which you reside..so please include. Thanks!

Question #2

For this week's contest, the 5 winners will receive 2 tickets to Rick's World of Illusion Magic Show this Saturday night.

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

The Question: What famous magician was born with the name Ehrich Weiss?

The deadline for this contest is this Friday morning at 10 am and the winner will be contacted Monday by noon. Please provide a daytime phone number where we may contact you if you are the winner. We'd also like to know the city/town in which you reside..so please include. Thanks!

Looking Ahead in the Calendar....

June 22, 23, 24, 25….Crtterfest ’17 at The Sciece Spectrum
June 24…Connect Church Garage Sale
June 24....The Roundtable presents: Joy Loper

Community Spotlight:
Summer Camps Offer Opportunities For Kids


Museum of Texas Tech University Summer Camps – Looking for something fun for kids this summer? Check out the camps at the Museum. Different camps will be offered each week.

These are 2 upcoming camps:

Summer Camp: Pirates
June 20-22, 2017•10 a.m. - Noon
Hi ho a pirate's life for me! Come have a swashbuckling time while we learn about the high seas and hunt for buried treasure at the Museum of Texas Tech University's first ever Pirate Camp. Ages 7 - 9. Camp is $30.00 per camper.

Summer Camp: Underwater Adventure
June 20-22, 2017•10 a.m. - Noon
Come to The Museum of Texas Tech University for an exploration to discover the hidden mysteries of the world under the sea. Ages 4 - 6. Camp is $30.00 per camper

To register or for any questions or concerns, please contact Tiffany Demmon at museum.education@ttu.edu or call (806) 742-2432. Visit online at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/museumttu/.

ULABS 3-Day Summer Camp – These summer camps are a great opportunity for your child to get to paint, print with our 3D Printer, build robots and more! Every Friday – Sunday at 5 p.m.

The goal is to be the ideal center for educating K-12 experiential learners, through iterative interactions and revolutionary design education. To register call (806) 370-0408. Ulabs Makerspace, 3843 50th St., Lubbock.

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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