Radar: To Do in PHX 6.23-6.26
We’re here to ease you into some sweet events (literally). This week’s digital radar is your guide for events that are for everyone everywhere. Choose between yes and’ing with a Pride twist or watching music in space (kind of). You can support local businesses with a bowl(ing) cut or Willy Wonka your way through brunch. Whatever your tastes are, feel certain that Phoenix is your place for active living. Note: Some descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.
6.23
Leg Love/Bliss Out at Sutra Studios
Leg Love: They take you anywhere you want to go so let’s give them some love. Give gratitude to your gams by lengthening and loosening those large, deep muscular connections and release those everyday discomforts in the legs. Bliss Out: A gentle restorative flow designed to replenish and revive the body with lengthy, relaxing, healing stretching postures. This signature class focuses on energizing the body’s pathways, restoring youthful mobility, releasing the burdens of the mind, and de-stressing the soul. $20. 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 1029 North 1st St., Phoenix, AZ; sutrastudios.com // @sutrastudiosaz
imPRIDEmania at improvMANIA Comedy Club
ImprovMANIA celebrates PRIDE. Join us for a hilarious show supporting the LGBTQ community. $20 – $35. 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. 250 South Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ; improvmania.net // @improvmaniacomedy
6.24
After Dark Cabaret Presents: The SpongeBob Musical at Arizona Broadway Theatre
The After Dark Cabaret series has been a long-standing favorite Friday night tradition since ABT’s very first season in 2006! Following the Friday production, join ABT’s Associate Artistic Director and cabaret host Kurtis Overby, along with cast members from The SpongeBob Musical, in the theatre’s lobby for a one-hour cabaret featuring musical theatre hits and other selections. FREE to attend | Cocktails & beverages available for purchase during the cabare. tPlease register for this free event if you’d like to attend. Free. 10:30 p.m. 7701 West Paradise Ln, Peoria, AZ; azbroadway.org // @arizonabroadway
Curves and Rainbows Dance Party at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot
This is the party you’ve been waiting for Arizona! Bring your curves, rainbows, positive energy and be ready to have an amazing time! Make sure you stretch and be ready to dance and vibe! $10 wearing rainbow/$20 without. 10 p.m. 4220 West Northern Ave., Ste 104 Phoenix, AZ; ochoriosjerkspot.com // @ochoriosjerkspot
6.25
Chrome Rhino + Filmspeed + The Saturn III at Last Exit Live
Live music from space, man. $10 to $15; 8 p.m.; 717 S. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ; lastexitlive.com // @lastexitlive
A Whole New World: Magical Music from the Movies at Ocotillo Library & Workforce Literacy Center, Phoenix
They can show you the world…of music from some of your favorite movies! Free. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.; 102 W Southern Ave, Phoenix, AZ; phoenixpubliclibrary.org // @phoenixpubliclibrary
6.26
Phoenix Independents Bowl at Let it Roll Bowl
Support local businesses by beating them in a bowling competition! Psyko Steve Presents proudly presents the 8th Not-Really-Annual Phoenix Independents Bowl, an all-local bowling tournament with teams composed of Phoenix’s best bands, businesses, and independent-minded citizens. The 8th Phoenix Independents Bowl will be held on Sunday, June 26th at Let It Roll Bowl, one of Arizona’s only independently owned bowling alleys. The event proceeds will once again benefit Local First Arizona and help with their goal to make Arizona a better place by supporting locally owned businesses and building vibrant communities that residents are proud to call home. The Indie Bowl was launched in 2008, started by concert promoter Stephen Chilton of Psyko Steve Presents. The event began as a fun get-together for local musicians and has taken place sporadically over the years. The Phoenix Independents Bowl will continue to foster the spirit of community that started in that first event over a decade ago. The main goal of the Indie Bowl is to bring together musicians and independent businesses from all corners of the Valley in a laid-back and fun setting. Single Team Reg: $140. 12 p.m. 8925 N 12th St., Phoenix, AZ; letitrollbowl.com // @letitrollbowl
Chocolate Brunch at BEG Bakery, Scottsdale
Like chocolate? Us too! Join us on June 26th from 11 am through 2 pm to get your chocolate fix. Our brunch is a three course meal with a starter, entree and of course, dessert. While you get your grub on,enjoy one of our speciality drinks like our sunrise lemonade or raspberry iced tea, included in your ticket! Please select your time preference on the ticket. We will be offering tickets at 11 am, 12 am and 1 pm. Thank you for supporting local! $20. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 3030 North 68th St., Scottsdale, AZ; begbakery.com // @begfordessert