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This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 2

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.


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THURSDAY, JUNE 2

June G2H2

5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Office Bar, 1989 Ringling Blvd. 

$10

Call 955-3843. 

Enjoy a four-page cocktail menu, appetizers, raffles and extended happy hour at this monthly event for the LGBT community, as well as friends and supporters. A 50/50 raffle will benefit Fairy Tail Endings, Inc. 

 

Al Romas

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd. 

$15 to $19

Call 925-3869.

Catch Al Romas, an accomplished standup comedian who has performed at Radio City Music Hall and on various major cruise lines. 

 

'Hetty Feather'

8 p.m. at the Asolo Repertory Theatre, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail

$18 to $44

Call 351-9010. 

Experience the U.S. premiere of this musical story from across the pond. Based on Dame Jacqueline Wilson's best-selling novel, join Hetty as she attempts to find a home, taking her throughout England with a traveling circus. Plays through June 26. 

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 3

First Friday Gulf Gate

6 to 9 p.m. at Gulf Gate

Free

Call 312-5630. 

Support Gulf Gate businesses at this monthly first Friday event, highlighting all that the business district has to offer, including food, drink, music, boutiques and more.

 

Music on Main

6 to 9 p.m. at Lakewood Ranch Main Street

Free

Call 907-9243.

Kettle of Fish performs at this First Friday event, benefitting Animal Network, Inc., a local non-profit organization. Chairs welcome, but no coolers. Leashed dogs welcome.

 

The Players Kids End Of Year Showcase

7 p.m. at the Players Centre for Performing Arts Mainstage, 838 N. Tamiamim Trail

$12

Call 365-2494.

The Players Kids ends its season with "Peace, Love and Understanding."

 

Tan_Saturn, Dim Past, Pewbert, Naga and Corporate Guest

9 p.m. at Growler's Pub, 2831 N. Tamiami Trail.

Free

Call 487-7373. 

Enjoy this free concert with bands from Miami, Portland, Tampa and Bradenton. 

 

The Hydramatic

9:30 p.m. at the Five O'clock Club, 1930 Hillview St. 

Free

Call 366-5555. 

Get down to the sounds of this local soul band as it makes its Five O'Clock Club debut.

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 4

Darwin Brewing Company's 2nd Anniversary 

2 to 8 p.m. at Darwin Brewing Company, 803 17th Ave. 

Free

Call 747-1970.

Celebrate Darwin Brewing Co's second Anniversary at the brewery with a special bottle release of Bourbon Barrel Aged Ayawasca. Sugar Cubed will provide cake and The Blue Rooster food truck will be in attendance. 

 

An Evening of Spirit

7 p.m. at the Starlite Room, 1001 Cocoanut Ave.

$20 per reading

Call 702-5613.

Let's get metaphysical. The Starlite Room hosts this psychic evening. Guests will receive an aura reading from Lisa Gregory, a short Tarot reading with Michael Newton Brown and a gallery reading with Victoria Ackerman, from Spirit University. Dinner discounts available for participants. 

 

'Sugar and Spice, But Not Always Nice'

8 to 11 p.m. at Canned Ham Vintage, 1435 7th St. 

Free

Call 313-1280. 

Enjoy the premiere of a new photo series by local vintage pinup company Little Skull Photography; shop vintage and eat treats from Uggs Bakery all in one night. 

 

The Surfin' Dead, Bony Fiend and Hell Bent

10 p.m. at Cabana Live, 2525 S. Tamiami Trail 

Free

Call 955-0195. 

Three punk bands cover music from The Cramps, The Ramones and the Misfits. 

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 5

'Evolving/Revolving'

2 p.m. at the FSU Performing Arts Center, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail

$46

Call 504-4729.

See Sarasota Contemporary Dance's final performance of its 10th season, honoring young and nationally celebrated choreographers. 

 

MONDAY, JUNE 6

'Divas Do Garland'

8 p.m. at the Cook Theatre, Asolo Repertory Theatre, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail

Tickets $25 to $75

Call 351-8000.

Community AIDS Network and the Suncoast AIDS Theatre Project present this show, featuring some of Sarasota’s most talented singers performing July Garland’s greatest hits. Proceeds will be used to increase awareness and bring hope to people living with HIV/AIDS. 

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 7

All You Can Eat Wing Night

5 p.m. at World of Beer Sarasota, 8217 Tourist Center Drive

Call 306-5868.

Enjoy an array of wings made with beer from Coppertail, Angry Chair, Barley Mow, JDub's and Tampa Bay Brewing along with live music from The Fermenters.

 

Summer Chef Jam

7 p.m. at Shamrock Pub, 2257 Ringling Blvd.

$25

Call 952-1730.

Shamrock and Edible Sarasota team up once again for the annual Summer Chef Jam series. $25 gets you three small plates cooked on a charcoal grill from the night's featured local chef, as well as bottomless pints of Florida craft beers. Sample food from nine different restaurants throughout the series. The festivities kick off with Mattison'sWe're grillin' and chillin' this summer! The grill is getting fired up and you'll be grabbing bottomless pints of fresh Florida brews, while getting facetime with your favorite local chefs who are going to share with you how its done over the charcoal grill. Kurtos Cakes and Out and About Coffee will be on hand to provide complimentary dessert for the evening.


 

‘The Fabulous Lipitones’

8 p.m. at the Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave.

$36 to 39

Call 366-9000. 

This comedy of misunderstanding and music leaves nothing to be desired. Based on the book by John Markus and Mark St. Germaine, this musical will run through June 19. 

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8

Original Showcase

10 p.m. at the Gator Club, 1490 Main St. 

Free

Call 366-5969. 

Delivering local, regional and touring acts to Sarasota, Moxie Productions now brings together Someday River, Shae Krispinsky, Lady and Gentleman and Jeffrey Brawer into one, free night. 

 

Back Lot BBQ and Bluegrass

6 p.m. at the Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave.

$100

Call 366-9000. 

Join playwright and director John Markus as he and celebrity chef Dr. BBQ cook for the evening's guests. Both chicken and pork will be served and seating is limited. 

 

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