Calendar for June 15-21

EVENTS

FlavorFest 2023 at SaZa

Celebrate pizza and PRIDE on Friday 5:30 p.m. at SaZa Serious Italian, 130 Commerce St., Montgomery. It's a free and flavorful event presented by SaZa and Central Alabama Alliance Resource & Advocacy Center (CAARAC) — food, friends, community and LGBTQiA PRIDE. Prize drawings, cash bar, specialty drinks, and free samples of SaZa pizzas.

Crawfish Boil at Harley-Davidson of Montgomery

A day of bikes, competitions and crawfish is coming to Harley-Davidson of Montgomery, 655 N. Eastern Blvd., on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Along with the crawfish boil, they'll have a custom bike showcase, audio competition, auction, vendors, live music and more. $10 entry fee — proceeds go to Hunt For Life Foundation that helps kids, wounded veterans and first responders.

Grand opening of C&C Outdoor Living

They'll have food, fun and giveaways Saturday 9:30 a.m. for the grand opening of C&C Outdoor Living, 4161 Troy Highway, Montgomery. They're a new place in town for landscape materials, hardware, garden & gifts. Get more info at 334-593-1011.

Set It Off Saturday

Come out to Dreamland, 12 W. Jefferson St., Saturday at 1 p.m. Join CAARAC for lunch and a healthy sexual conversation. Empower yourself to show PRIDE in yourself, your relationships, and your community. This program welcomes a special guest speaker. Lunch will be provided. Support for this event has been provided by Gilead Sciences. This event has a group. You’re welcome to join the group once you register for the event at caarac.org/event-details/set-it-off-saturday/form.

Montgomery Water Lantern Festival is Saturday

The Montgomery Water Lantern Festival is happening Saturday, 6 p.m. at Blount Cultural Park, 1 Festival Drive. This is a floating lantern event. From 5-9 p.m. enjoy food trucks, music and fun. Design your lantern at 8 p.m., and lanterns are launched between 8:30-9 p.m. as the sun sets. Prices through Thursday are $26.98, Friday is $45.99, and Saturday is $55.99. See more info at https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/montgomery.php. Use coupon code “LETS GO” for a $5 discount at checkout.

Dads get in free Father's Day at the zoo

All dads receive free admission Sunday to the Montgomery Zoo and the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum in honor of Father's Day. The zoo is at 2301 Coliseum Parkway. For this day, Overlook Cafe will have a Father's Day special: pulled pork meal with sauce on side, potato salad, peach cobbler, Texas toast and a 16oz. beverage for $12. The zoo will be open 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Comedy show at The Statesman

Add some laughs to your drinks Wednesday, June 21, at The Statesman, 107 S. Court St., Montgomery. Doors open at 6 p.m. Starting at 8 p.m., they'll have Caleb Synan and featured guests Nico Brooke, Nick Morgan-Moore, Jasper Crews and Mason James. There's an after hours meet and greet. Tickets available for $10 through eventbrite.com, or $15 at the door. Presented by The Statesman and Crews Control Comedy.

Stand-up comedy at GTSouth

Dan Alten is bringing a free comedy show to GTSouth Geek & Gaming Tavern, 2015 Cong. WL Dickinson Drive, Thursday, June 22, at 10 p.m. Alten is a nationally touring comedian from Kentucky who has headlined shows in 30 states.

Farmhouse Luau in Wetumpka

Join Lil' Farmhouse Market, 837 Old US Highway 231, Wetumpka, on Saturday, June 24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a Farmhouse Luau. There will be music, food, door prizes, games and vendors.

One Place Family Justice Center Benefit Poker Run

A benefit poker run from Punishers LEMC Three Rivers is June 24, 11 a.m. to midnight at Harley-Davidson of Montgomery, 655 N. Eastern Blvd. Registration for the poker run is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's $25 for riders, and $10 for passengers. Stops are Little Bit of Texas, The American Legion in Millbrook, Big Star Tavern. First bike to Three Rivers Club House no earlier than 4:30 p.m. and no later than 5:30 p.m. — 1354 Friendly Pine Road, Elmore. Live music by Bruce Smelley. Donations go to One Place Family Justice Center.

Pride Picnic on the Creek in Prattville

Celebrate PRIDE Month with a picnic on Autauga Creek in downtown Prattville on Saturday, June 24 at noon. Organized by Wolf & Mercantile, 146 W. Main St. They'll have PRIDE merch inside and also will be handing out goodies. Clever Bev will be making complimentary PRIDE cookies too — first come first serve.

Sock Drive for the homeless

On Saturday, June 24, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 1156 Oak St., Montgomery, C.H.A.N.G.E. Community Resource Center will be collecting new socks for the homeless. All socks collected will be donated to homeless shelters for men, women and children. Call 334-245-3966 or visit changealabama.org.

Make your own tie-dye shirt

Visit Michaels on June 25 at Premiere Place Shopping Center, 1959 Cobbs Ford Road, Prattville, for a colorful event. Come in from 2-4 p.m. and buy a shirt, then use their tie-dye supplies for free to design your shirt.

Alamenos de la Sierra, El Porto de Sinaloa and more

Saturday, June 24, starting at 2 p.m. at El Paraiso Ranch, 1890 Snowdoun Chambers Road, Montgomery, The Godfather Records is presenting Alamenos de la Sierra, El Hijo del Shaka, El. Porto de Silanoa, Los Cuervitos de la H, and Y Otros Mas. This is an all ages event. Tickets are $73. Children under 12 are free. Get tickets online at ranchoelparaisoalabama.com.

Hotdogs, ice cream and the 36th annual Patriotic Concert

Join First United Methodist Church of Montgomery on Sunday, June 25 as their Music Ministry presents the 36th annual Patriotic Concert featuring all the tunes and songs you know and love including the music of Irving Berlin, John Williams, and Mark Hayes and all time favorites like The Battle Hymn of the Republic, Down by the Riverside, and The Stars and Stripes Forever! This free concert starts at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of FUMC Montgomery. The All American Hotdog Dinner with Apple Pie and Blue Bell Ice Cream starts service at 4:30 p.m. in the Epworth Room in Wesley Hall for $5 per person with a $20 family maximum.

Summer Blast Ice Cream Party

Redland Hills Church, 3105 Rifle Range Road, Wetumpka, will have free ice cream for guests Tuesday, June 20, 6:30-8 p.m.

Lake Jordan HOBO Boat Parade

Boats will assemble at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, and the parade starts at 2 p.m. It'll last about an hour. The route starts at the State Dock (Camp Rotary), proceed up the Titus side, then loop around at the opening to Blackwell's and go back down the Holtville side, ending in front of the canal. If you'd like to participate, register at lakejordanhobo.org/boat-parade.html

R&B Blues Picnic Summer Series Finale

On Sunday, July 2, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. at Riverwalk Amphitheater, 355 Coosa St., Montgomery. Music, food, vendors, games and more. General admission $40. Get a pass to bring your cooler for $35 (no glass). eventbrite.com/e/rnb-blues-picnic-summer-series-finale-2023-tickets-632844333437

Prattville Lion's Club BBQ

Celebrate the 4th of July in Prattville's Pratt Park, 460 Doster Road, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. They'll have BBQ, arts and crafts, vendors, performances and more. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 334-595-0800.

Cabaret at ASF

July 6-Aug. 6 on Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s Festival Stage. One of the most famous American musicals of all time — from the creators of Chicago — Cabaret takes us to 1929 Berlin during the twilight of the Jazz Age as the Nazis are ascending to power. This groundbreaking musical focuses on the nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub and revolves around American writer Clifford Bradshaw and the English cabaret performer Sally Bowles. Based on the writings of Christopher Isherwood and winner of Tony Awards and Oscars, Cabaret will offer our audiences a transformative theatrical experience unlike anything they’ve ever witnessed. Get tickets at asf.net or call 334-271-5353.

MONTGOMERY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE

For tickets call the box office at 334-481-5100 or visit mpaconline.org.

• July 13 – Flatland Cavalry – 7 p.m. Tickets: $39, $34, $29, $24

• July 16 – William Lee & The Goldens – 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $32, $27, $23

• July 19 – Kenny Wayne Shepherd – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $57, $52, $47, $42, $37

• July 23 – Keb’ Mo’ – 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $62, $52, $42, $37, $32

• July 26 – Bret Michaels – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $97, $87, $77, $57

• Aug. 3 – Jo Sewell Memorial Award and Scholarship presents Tim Tebow – 8 p.m. Tickets: $150, $125, $75, $50, $35

• Aug. 5 — Bored Teachers Comedy Tour — 7 p.m. Tickets: $52, $42, $37, $33

• Aug. 18 — Black Jacket Symphony presents Queen’s “A Night at the Opera” with Marc Martel — 8 p.m. Tickets: $57, $52, $47, $42, $37

• Aug. 24 — Rodney Carrington — 7 p.m. Tickets: $66.50, $56.50, $46.50

• Sept. 1 – Southern Soul and Blues Lovers Festival – 8 p.m. Tickets: $75, $65, $59, $55, $49

• Sept. 17 – Darrell Scott: 100 Years of Hank – 7 p.m. Tickets: $37, $32.50, $27.50, $22.50, $17.50

• Sept. 29 — Karlous Miller — 8 p.m. Tickets: $76.50, $56.50, $36.50

• Oct. 8 – The Band of Heathens – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $37, $32.50, $27.50, $22.50

• Oct. 13 — Disney Junior Live Costume Palooza — 6 p.m. Tickets: $71, $51, $35.50

• Oct. 15 – Leanne Morgan – 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Rescheduled from June 10) Tickets: $52.75, $42.75, $32.75

• Oct. 18 — Wheel of Fortune Live! — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $52, $47, $37, $32, $27

• Oct. 20 – Linda Ronstadt Experience with Tristan McIntosh – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35

• Nov. 20 — Blues Traveler with special guest Jono Manson — 8 p.m. Tickets: $67, $57, $47, $42

• Feb. 20 — Mania The Abba Tribute — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $61.50, $41.50, $24.50

WIND CREEK WETUMPKA

windcreek.com/wetumpka/entertainment

• July 1 — Gary Allan — 8 p.m. $45-$85 (ALMOST SOLD OUT)

WIND CREEK ATMORE

windcreek.com/atmore/entertainment/live-entertainment

• July 22 – Boyz II Men — 8 p.m. – SOLD OUT

• Aug. 5 — Lee Brice — 8 p.m. - $30-$100

CLOVERDALE PLAYHOUSE

cloverdaleplayhouse.org, 334-262-1530

960 Cloverdale Road, Montgomery

• June 17 — Advanced Improv Comedy — Playhouse students are ready to show off their improv comedy. Tickets $10 at the door.

• June 20 — Joe Thomas Jr. Guitar Pull — Stephen Bray, Lara Oshon, Josh Carples performing and talking about music. Doors open 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. $10 at the door.

• July 13-23 — “A Little Princess” — by Frances Hodgson Burnett, adapted by Josh Vreeke. Family-friendly show about Sara Crewe is a reminder to have empathy and kindness to everyone. $20 for adults, $10 for students.

• Oct. 12-22 — “The Laramie Project” — by Moises Kaufman and Tectonic Theater Project

• Dec. 7-17 — “Civil War Christmas” — by Paula Vogel, music by Daryl Waters

MILLBROOK COMMUNITY PLAYERS

millbrooktheater.com, 334-782-7317

5720 Main St., Millbrook

• July 13-29 — “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka” — Adventures at Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. July 13-15, 20-22, 27-29 at 7:30 p.m., July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

• Oct. 5-15 — “She Loves Me” — Romantic comedy directed by Brady Walker. Oct. 5-7, 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.

• Nov. 30-Dec. 10 — Good Old-Fashioned Big Family Christmas” — by Pat Cook, directed by Michael Sneed. Nov. 3, Dec. 1, 2, 7-9 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.

PIKE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY

pikeroadtheatrecompany.org, 334-414-0193

Productions at Pike Road Intermediate School, 4710 Pike Road

• July 13-30 — “Footloose The Musical” — Youth take on a small town’s ban on dancing, with powerhouse hits and dynamic new songs. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20

• Oct. 5-22 — “Jeckyll & Hyde The Musical” — An epic struggle between good and evil. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20

• Nov. 30-Dec. 17 — “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” — A classic Christmas tale with songs and dance. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20

PRATTVILLE’S WAY OFF BROADWAY THEATRE

cc.prattvilleal.gov, 334-595-0850

203 W. 4th St., Prattville

• Now through June 17 — “9 to 5: The Musical” — Thursdays through Sundays. Tickets $12 advance, $14 at door.

WETUMPKA DEPOT

wetumpkadepot.com/home.html,  334-868-1440

300 S. Main St., Wetumpka

• June 23 and 25 — "The Rainbow Fish Musical" — The Depot's summer camp showcase musical. June 23 at 6 p.m. and June 25 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

• July 21 — Movie Night at the Depot – “Ratatouille” 1 p.m., $10 admission includes one popcorn.

• July 21 — Movie Night at the Depot – “Viva Las Vegas” 7 p.m., $10 admission includes one popcorn.

• July 27-Aug. 12 — “4 Weddings and an Elvis” — By Nancy Frick. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

• Sept. 21-Oct. 1 — “Doubt: A Parable” — by John Patrick Stanley, directed by Tony Davison. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

CAPRI THEATRE

Get tickets at capritheatre.org or call 334-262-4858. The Capri is at 1045 E. Fairview Ave, Montgomery. It’s the longest continually operated movie theatre in Alabama. Become a member of the Capri Community Film Society and receive ticket discounts, plus admission benefits at art house theaters across the country.

• June 12: “The Starling Girl”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• June 14-15: “Minions: The Rise of Gru” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

• June 15: “Purple Rain” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• June 16-19: “Master Gardener”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• June 21-22: “Spirit Untamed” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

• June 22: “Moulin Rouge!” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• June 23-26: “The Eight Mountains”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• June 28-29: “Secret Life of Pets” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

• June 29: “School of Rock” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• July 6: “Jaws” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• July 12-13: “Trolls World Tour” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

• July 13: “The Mummy” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• July 19-20: “Shrek 2” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

• July 20: “Aliens” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• July 26-27: “Croods: A New Age” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

• July 27: “The Howling” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• Aug. 10: “Grease” sing-a-long – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

• Sept. 21: "The Big Lebowski" — 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for children 12 and under.

This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Calendar for June 15-21