A little evening music
The Dodge City Cowboy Band, having been rained out twice already this summer and fresh from Tuesday's well-attended and climate-perfect concert, will bring another program of great traditional band fare to outdoor concert-goers at the bandshell in Wright Park next Tuesday.
"Once again we'll give the crowd a couple of great marches: 'Washington Post' and 'Colonel Bogey,'" director Dan Brinkley said.
The program also includes an armed forces salute, which features the march associated with each branch of the service.
"Satchmo!" is a tribute to trumpet player Louis Armstrong, featuring local favorite Bob Salm as the trumpet soloist.
Also on the stands will be selections from "Oliver," the popular 1960s musical based on the novel by Charles Dickens and containing classic musical comedy standards like "Consider Yourself," Where Is Love," I'm Reviewing the Situation" and "As Long As He Needs Me."
The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. You should go early to get a good spot and maybe take some lawn chairs or a blanket. Better yet, take a picnic.
Moo
The Dodge City Farmers' Market sets up shop Saturdays from now until the first frost. The market is open from 7 a.m. to noon. The market is located along Front Street between Second and Third avenues in downtown Dodge City. With something new every week, look for fresh produce, baked goods, fresh eggs, canned pickles, jams, jellies, sauces and crafts.
For more information, call (620) 369-2292.
It's a clay date
The 5.4.7 Arts Center is offering an eight-week adult (16 years and up) ceramics class beginning Tuesday, June 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. Class will run June 23-Aug. 11. Learn the basics of handbuilt ceramics, including a try at the potter's wheel.
The class is $80, which includes all supplies and firings. So just take yourself and be ready for fun. Classes will be held in the GHS art trailer on the east end of the school campus. Class is limited to 12, so contact Stacy at sbarnes@547artscenter.org to enroll.
The arts center is also offering three one-day ceramics workshops for all ages. On June 27, the subject will be "Stepping Stones." On July 11, it will be "Handbuilt Dishes" and on Aug. 1, "Wind Chimes/House Numbers." Workshops run from 10 a.m. to noon and will be held at the GHS art trailer on the east end of the school campus. Classes are $10 each, which includes all supplies and firings. To sign up, contact Stacy at sbarnes@547artscenter.org.
Upcoming events at the Dodge City Public Library
At 2 p.m. Saturday, Deb Rodda from Keep Dodge City Beautiful will present "Think Green," a family program on recycling. There will be demonstrations, activities and giveaways. The program is for the entire family.
At 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jane Holwerda will lead a discussion on nonfiction literature. Bring your favorite nonfiction book and join in the discussion.
You should be in show business
It's not "Star Search." It's not "American Idol."
But, it is an opportunity for Christian music recording artists and aspiring recording artist to showcase their talents on a 4-year old Christian variety show that now airs in western Kansas. Pastor David Mitchell, host of "Lift Him Up, Kansas," is looking for book authors, leaders of unique benevolent agencies, singers and musicians to appear as guest on his weekly 30-minute-long TV show. Contact numbers: (316) 267-1182 or (316) 518-2031.
Edgy theater in Kansas City
The Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City continues to bring contemporary theater to the area with its acclaimed new production of "Speech and Debate" by the hot young playwright Stephen Karam. Subtitled "Chat Room Secrets and Cyber Scandals," the play examines three young misfits and the convoluted way they come together.
The Unicorn has made its reputation on controversial material, and there's an audience in the Kansas City area that's looking for something beyond the usual dinner theater farce. If you're interested in exploring the edges of the dramatic arts, the Unicorn is the place for you. Relax, it's completely safe.
Summer musicals in Wichita
Music Theater Wichita's summer season continues with "Camelot" June 24-28, followed by "Kiss Me, Kate," "Miss Saigon," "The Drowsy Chaperone" and "High School Musical 2." For ticket information, call (316) 265-3107 or visit the theater's Web site at www.mtwichita.org.
Summer in the city
There are lots of ways to celebrate the summer vacation in Dodge City. You and your family should get down to Boot Hill for the country-style dinner, the gunfight at 7 p.m. and the world-famous Long Branch Variety Show starring Miss Kitty and her can-can dancers. Call (620) 227-8188 for information and to make reservations.
Don't forget Dodge City has one of only 11 drive-in movie theaters in operation in the state this summer. The drive-in's schedule is built around first-run movies this summer, paired with some great second features. It's one of the few forms of entertainment that's remained consistent since the 1950s, and families today enjoy a movie under the stars just as much as we did back then.
