Old School Square
June 1– Art Walk: Jen Fisher
Cornell Art Museum
6-9 p.m., Free Admission
The Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square is proud to feature South Florida artist, Jen Fisher in our #SpotlightGallery for the June First Friday Art Walk, an open house for the art galleries in downtown Delray Beach! Join us for light bites and refreshments as well as view our current exhibition, Flora.
Influenced from her background in interior design, Jen Fisher’s art has developed from the desire to create on a smaller and more tangible scale. Using similar principals of proportion, contrast and color, her work allows her to organize creative thoughts via an alternate medium, and on a more intuitive level. This series of work, A Retrospective on Perspective, has evolved through Jen’s love of sketching, perspective drawing and her constant desire to explore new materials.
June 2 – James Judd
Crest Theatre
Saturday, 8 p.m.; tickets $65/$45; premium club seating, $400 (available through Box Office only)
The Crest Theatre at Old School Square presents monologuist and humorist James Judd, headliner of NPR‘s Snap Judgment. Often compared to David Sedaris and Oscar Wilde, Judd connects with audiences as he shares stories classified as “spectacular public embarrassments and utter failures.” However humiliating, they affirm that part of being human is telling the stories that have happened to us, emphasizing that even in the face of failure, it’s getting up and moving forward that matters.
June 8 – Joe Cotton Band
Crest Theatre
Friday, 7:30 p.m.; tickets $15/$20
The Crest Theatre presents a rock and roll night with The Joe Cotton Band. The band’s music is influenced by The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Neil Young, The Black Crowes, Government Mule, The Grateful Dead and just about any jam band and class Rock ’N’ Roll from the ‘70s and countless acts from blues, country, folk and the ‘50s and ‘60s bands. The song writing is deft and articulate. Never pretentious or overt. Joe Cotton should be just a shout away from becoming very big indeed, and, perhaps saving rock and roll from taking itself too seriously, in the process.
The material is consistently good, casual, fun and occasionally outstanding; as is the case with his latest album, which is being recorded with Producer, Chris Price, at his Miami Studio.
As for, The Joe Cotton Band, each member has been playing professionally for decades, and each one, brings an enormous amount of talent to the table. Although there is need too much planning, they share a deep musical connection, and everything just feels right.
June 9 – The Hunts
Crest Theatre
Saturday, 8 p.m.; tickets $45/$35
Coming from the southlands of Chesapeake, Virginia, The Hunts include seven brothers and sisters, ages 16 to 24, who’ve been playing music together almost their entire lives. Twin sisters Jenni and Jessi and their five brothers Josh, Jonathan, Jordan, Justin, and Jamison all learned to sing and play violin as young children. They later taught themselves to play instruments like mandolin, piano, ukulele, banjo, and drums and started experimenting with songwriting, creating a batch of songs that reveal their sophisticated sense of melody and undeniably dreamy innocence.
June 16– Live in Central Park (Revisited) – Bocelli and Friends
Crest Theatre
Saturday, 8 p.m.; tickets $65/$55
Join internationally celebrated performers Jonathan Hawkins, Lee Lessack and Heather Lundstedt as they recreate this awe-inspiring evening, performing the treasured hits of Bocelli, such as, “La Donna Mobile”, “The Prayer”, “Time to Say Goobdye” and “Nessun Dorma.”
C4OPE Connect for Overdose Prevention and Education forum series
Third Thursday monthly through Sept.
June 21 6:30-8 p.m.
Guardian Recovery Network – 3333 S. Congress Ave #402, Delray Beach
Hanley Foundation, a statewide leader in substance use disorder prevention, education and advocacy for access to quality treatment, has announced the full schedule for Project C4OPE (Connect for Overdose Prevention and Education): A Forum Series for Families in the Opioid Crisis.
The free-of-charge forums are designed to connect people in our community who share the experience of a loved one who has died of opioid overdose, survived an overdose, or are at high risk for overdose. Make an advanced reservations by visiting www.hanleyfoundation.org/project-c4ope/ or calling 561-268-2355
Willow Theatre at Sugar Sand Park
The Wizard of Oz
June 10
11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Presented by Curtain Call Playhouse
Adapted from L. Frank Baum’s tale, this timeless classic story brings to life all the wonderful characters you’ve grown to love…Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, Cowardly Lion, the Good Witch, and of course, the Wicked Witch. When Dorothy lands in Oz, she looks for a way to get back home to Kansas. With some favorite songs, we follow Dorothy’s adventure to seek help from the Wonderful Wizard of Oz! Summer Children Shows include a carousel token, juice & cookies for the kids after the show. Rated G
$8 adults; $6 kids 12 and under
Summer in the City at Downtown Boca
Mizner Park Amphitheater
The City of Boca Raton’s Summer in the City series promises a line-up of FREE tribute concerts, mixed with fun and games, from June 8th through August 11th at Downtown Boca’s Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real. Doors open one hour before each concert.
June 8
8 p.m.
The Long Run – Eagles tribute
June 15
8 p.m.
Crazy Fingers – Grateful Dead tribute
June 22
7 p.m.
80’s Throwback Game Night
Grown-up game night fun with LED ping pong, mini golf, life-sized lawn games, food trucks and live DJ spinning favorites from the 1980s.
June 24
7 p.m.
FAU Summer Concert Band
June 29
8 p.m.
The Rocket Man Show – Elton John tribute
Arts Garage
Friday, June 1
8-10 p.m.
Garage Queens
General Admission $15 | Reserved $20 | Premium $25
Arts Garage presents: Garage Queen, showcasing the art of Drag! The first Fridays of June through September, Arts Garage will hosts a pageant-style elimination contest for twelve beautiful Queens. Every month, the audience and judges will send three Queen’s packing until there is only one–the first crowned GARAGE QUEEN!
Saturday, June 2
8-10 p.m.
Typhanie Monique
A Bold Take on Classic Jazz
General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45
Typhanie Monique is a performer, educator and recording artist whose three critically acclaimed, independently produced albums have captured the ears of critics and fans alike. A bold, engaging performer with the ability to reach straight to the heart of her listeners, Monique has graced jazz’s most distinguished venues, including Chicago’s Jazz Showcase and City Winery, Smalls Jazz Club in New York, The Jazz Kitchen in Indianapolis and The Dakota in Minneapolis.
Thursday June 7
8-11 p.m.
Feedback
Delray’s Poetry Open Mic Night
TICKETS: $5
Calling all poets, writers and lyricists! Join us for a night of linguistic word play at Delray’s New Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Chunky. 1st Thursday of the every month. Let the power of the spoken word transform your Thursday.
Friday, June 8
8-10 p.m.
Dr. Ed Calle Presents MAMBLUE
Award-winning, international-styled Saxophone
General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45
Grammy-winning Ed Calle is a saxophonist, composer, orchestrator, producer, scholar, professor and leader. Lauded by peers and colleagues for his versatility, Calle is known for his extraordinary ability to sight-read, interpret, and perform virtually any musical style with grace.
Saturday, June 9
8-10 p.m.
The Chili Poppers & Stone Temple Pride
Tributes to The Red Hot Chili Peppers and Stone Temple Pilots
General Admission $20 | Reserved $25 | Premium $30
A double-header featuring The Chili Poppers and Stone Temple Pride! The Chili Poppers bring the funk with their energetic and faithful recreations of the live Red Hot Chili Peppers experience. Stone Temple Pride pay tribute to Stone Temple Pilots and the late great Scott Weiland.
Tuesday, June 12
8-11 p.m.
SHINE
South Florida’s Premier Open Mic Showcase
$10 in Advance / $12 Day of Event
Step up on the stage and Shine at this All Arts Open Mic Monthly Showcase. Bring a song, a poem, a rap, or a riff and jam with our new emcee Chunky and our live house band while your friends cheer you on. Embrace the opportunity to hear the creative process of Delray’s local talent. Shine takes place in or Main Stage Theatre every 2nd Tuesday of the month. (50% off tickets for students with ID at the door.)
Thursday, June 14
8-10 p.m.
Mod 27
Chicago-style Improv and Sketch Comedy
General Admission $15.00
Mod 27 is Palm Beach County’s longest running comedy improv company featuring an experienced cast performing Chicago-style improv and sketch comedy. Mod 27 takes suggestions from the audience and uses them to perform fully improvised games and scenes.
Friday, June 15
8-10 p.m.
Markus Gottschlich Trio
Old Jazz meets New Jazz
General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45
Austrian-born pianist, composer, and Steinway Artist, Markus Gottschlich belongs to the young lions of the Florida jazz scene. Like his own life story, Markus’ music reflects a unique blend of “old world” and “new world.” In his captivating live performances, his lyricism and technique contribute to his highly-individual sound.
Saturday, June 16
8-10 p.m.
SEAN CHAMBERS BAND
A No-Frills Brand of Blues Guitar
General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45
Britain’s Guitarist Magazine named Chambers “one of the top 50 blues guitarists of the last century.” USA Today expressed that Chambers “achieves the distinctly American blues/soul/country/rock sound that the Stones used to aspire to long ago.” Britain’s Guitarist Magazine named Chambers “one of the top 50 blues guitarists of the last century.”
Thursday June 21
7-10 p.m.
ONYX ART STROLL
Delray’s Monthly Art Walk
FREE TO WALK I $15 TO EXHIBIT
Arts Garage invites local artists and artisans to showcase and sell their art during a night of amazing music from local emerging musicians. This event is free to the public but artists can exhibit for only $15.
Friday, June 22
8-10 p.m.
Manuel Valera Trio
Afro-Cuban-styled Jazz
General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45
Born and raised in Cuba, Manuel Valera made a splash in the Jazz scene when arriving in New York. Now, Manuel is a Grammy-nominated artists garnering national reviews and lending his talents as a pianist and composer to Arturo Sandoval, Paquito D’Rivera, Brian Lynch, Dafnis Prieto to name a few.
Friday, June 29
8-10 p.m.
Zach Bartholomew Quartet
Afro-Cuban Rhythm meets Jazz Piano
General Admission $20 | Reserved $25 | Premium $30
Zach Bartholomew is an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and music educator who holds a doctorate in instrumental performance from the Frost School of Music, University of Miami. His original music is inspired by the jazz tradition, but also draws heavily from Afro-Cuban rhythms and modern influences.
Saturday, June 30
8-10 p.m.
Selwyn Birchwood
Rhythmic Blues Guitar
General Admission $25 | Reserved $30 | Premium $40
With his fiery guitar and lap steel playing, his trailblazing, instantly memorable songs and gritty, unvarnished vocals, Selwyn Birchwood is among the most extraordinary young stars in the blues.
Boca Raton Library
June 9
10 a.m.-noon
Spanish River Library
Libraries Rock
The Boca Raton Public Library, along with public libraries in South Florida and around the country, is launching its annual Summer Reading program, “Libraries Rock!” Sponsored by the Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library, this year’s music-themed activities and classes will inspire all ages to rock out and read. The festivities begin with a free Kick-Off Party. Play games, enjoy food, listen to a live DJ, participate in an interactive drumming activity and much more.
Summer Reading enrollment begins on June 4 for kids, ’tweens, teens, and adults. Children receive a free reading log, bag and bookmark when they enroll and can collect a new prize each week for reading. ’Tweens and teens receive a cell phone wallet upon enrollment and are placed in weekly drawings for gift cards when they log their books online. Adults get a free book bag when they enroll and are eligible for monthly drawings for local concert tickets when they log the books they read at bocalibrary.org.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Sushi & Stroll Walk Series
June 8
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Summer nights in South Florida are something special when augmented with taiko drums and pristine Japanese gardens. Add a cold drink, a breathtaking sunset, and beautiful Japanese gardens, and you’ve got Sushi & Stroll! Guests will enjoy Pan-Asian offerings from the Cornell Café and visiting food trucks, premium Japanese sake and beer selections, unique treasures from the Museum Store, and world-class taiko drumming performances by Fushu Daiko. Please note that the museum’s galleries will be closed during Sushi & Stroll.
Cost: Online: $7, adults (ages 11+); $5, children (ages 4-10); Door: $8, adults (ages 11+); $6, children (ages 4-10); FREE for museum members and children ages 3 and under.