Mondays, May 19 - June 23
Summer Sounds Concert Series
Cost: FREE
Age: All ages welcome
Location: Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheater (1201 E. Bethany)
A concert series held on Monday nights for six-consecutive weeks beginning in May. The music starts at 7 p.m. and a variety of concession items are available for purchase. Bring the family out for a night and experience music from some of the best local talent around. For more information, call 214-509-4811. See below for a complete list of scheduled performers.

May 19 - EDS Jazz Band
A 23-member big band jazz ensemble and vocal group, comprised entirely of current and former employees of EDS - one of America’s most innovative global technology companies. Now in its fifth year, the band has performed in support of numerous organizations to promote jazz in the community.

May 26 - Allen Philharmonic Symphony
Celebrate Memorial Day as the symphony will pay homage to those who have served our country. We do ask attendees to be considerate of the veterans during this particular concert by asking all patrons to remain seated during the performance.

June 2 - James Brandon and The Old No.6 Band
This is not your typical Top 40 working country band. Covering hits from timeless artists such as Merle Haggard, George Strait and Alan Jackson, they only play the
best selection of classic country music with sounds of today and a few of their own
mixed in as well.

June 9 - 4 Way Street
4 Way Street, is the band that does Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young almost if not
better than the original. Among the other artist they perform are The Byrds, The Hollies, Crazy Horse and more. 4 Way Street, comes recommended as the
undisputed champions of covers.

June 16 - Mighty Marvelous Four
With their smooth moves and sweet harmony The Mighty Marvelous Four have
been around for six years. Featuring music from artists such as The Four Tops, The Temptations and Marvin Gaye this group will have concert goers of all ages grooving to Motown Favorites.

June 23 - Texas Gypsies
Formed by experienced professional musicians, including a Grammy winner and
sidemen for many famous recording artists, the band represents a love for a music
that is “Pop music, Swing or Hot Jazz, from the 30’s and 40’s” along with a Southern Western Swing influence to create its own unique sound.

Saturday, June 7
The Ultimate Kickball Tournament
Time: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: $95/team
Age: 15 years+
Location: Allen Station Softball Fields
Gather your squad and gear up for another fun-filled tournament of exciting and always entertaining adult co-ed kickball action! This is an event for the whole family to enjoy. Companies, churches, adult league teams, HOA's, etc. are encouraged to register an entire team. For details, call 214-509-4742 or click here.

Daddy-Daughter Tea Party
Time: 10-11 a.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $24 per couple; $12.50 each additional person
Age: All Ages
Location: Into My Garden Tea Room
What a special day! Celebrate Daddy with a tea party at Into My Garden Tea Room in Historic Downtown Plano. We’ll set a beautiful fine china tea table for everyone. Girls will enjoy heart shaped sandwich, fruit and cheese kabobs, heart shaped chocolate chip mini muffins and unlimited tea pots of pink lady punch. Dads will enjoy their first ever cucumber sandwich, scone, tea breads and pastry along with pink lady punch served to them by their adorable daughter. A keepsake poem to their Daddy will be given by each daughter. To register, call 214-509-4750.

Monday, June 9
Step Up to Health
Cost: FREE
Ages: Open to all ages
Location: Joe Farmer Recreation Gymnasium and Amphitheater
Scrumpy the Fire Dog and FC Dallas are urging the community to focus on wellness and healthy living programs offered by the Allen Parks and Recreation through Step Up to Health, an initiative launched by the National Recreation and Parks Association. The free program is held in conjunction with the City’s Summer Sounds Concert scheduled for 7 p.m. Step Up to Health aims tohighlight the many active living programs offered by Allen Parks and Recreation such as sports, recreation, wellness and the arts. Activities planned for the evening include a youth health challenge, games and inflatable bounce house. Vendors scheduled to appear are as follows: FC Dallas; Baby Boot Camp instructor, Tricia Meelhause; Jamba Juice; Licensed Dietician, Nimisha Patel of Healthy Lifestyles; Colordynamics; Chan Qi Fa instructor, Luke Ha; Tai Chi instructor, Carole Booth and representatives from Vitamin Water. Carter Blood Care will also be on-hand offering a blood drive in the JFRC parking lot. For more information on these and other events offered by Joe Farmer Recreation Center, call 214-509-4750.

Saturday, June 21
Go Skateboarding Day
Time: 1-6 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Age: Open to all ages
Location: The Edge at Allen Station Park
Go Skateboarding Day (GSD) is recognized as the official holiday of skateboarding. The holiday began June 21, 2004 as an excuse for skateboarders to skip their obligations, go skateboarding and have fun! Come out and join The Edge Youth Center staff and some of your favorite local skateboarding enthusiasts as we celebrate this day just for skateboarders with competitions, clinics and other fun activities. Remember, just have fun and go skateboarding! For more information, call 214-509-4760.

Saturday, June 28
Allen USA Celebration
Cost: FREE admission
Location: Celebration Park (701 Angel Parkway)
Allen USA, one of the largest pre-Fourth of July celebrations in North Texas, kicks off on Saturday, June 28 at Celebration Park at noon. Attractions include a Kid Zone with more than 20 inflatables, a children’s Activity Zone complete with two shows from Nickelodeon Live, concessionaires from all over the region and a live performance from Three Dog Night. For more information on Allen Parks and Recreation special events, call 214-509-4811 or click here.

Saturday and Sunday July 12-13
Allen City Championship Golf Tournament
Time: 7 am tee time start both days
Cost: $115/player
Age: 18 years+
Location: Chase Oaks Golf Club
The tournament consists of 36 holes of stroke play and the number of flights will be based on entries. Great tee prizes will be awarded to all participants along with food and beverages after the tournament. Test your golfing skills against the best that Allen has to offer and earn the right to be called the Allen City Golf Champion. Sign up now through July 5 by calling 972-517-7777.

Monday-Saturday, July 21-26
Missoula Children’s Theater Presents Rumpelstiltskin
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $75
Age: 5-18 years
Location: Allen Public Library
Missoula Children’s Theater, a touring theater program, presents Rumpelstiltskin. This week long program provides kids of all ages the chance to learn not only about performing in a musical, but also in putting on a true theater production from start to finish. Register now through June 23. For additional information, please contact Tiffany Robertson at 214-509-4707 or click here.

Friday, July 25
Youth Center Lock-In
Time: 11 p.m. - 7 a.m.
Cost: $20 members/$25 non-members
Age: 10-17 years
Location: The Edge at Allen Station Park Youth Center
This fun-filled night is one you and your friends do not want to miss! From video game tournaments and dodgeball to movies and games, we’ll keep you up all night long! Concessions will be available and meals will be provided. Register by calling 214-509-4760.

Saturday, August 2
Fill the Bus Softball Tournament
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Cost: $175/team
Age: 15 years+
Location: Ford Park
The “Fill the Bus” Softball Tournament will benefit less fortunate children by helping them with school supplies. A prize will be given to the team that brings the most 1 inch three ring binders and also the tournament winner. Each team that brings ten 1 inch three ring binders will start off with one run. School supplies will benefit the Allen Community Outreach’s “Fill the Bus” campaign. Registration runs June 1-July 28. The tournament format will be double elimination, so grab your friends and family and come out for some fun! Companies, churches, existing adult league teams, HOA’s, etc. are encouraged to register an entire team! Call 214-509-4742 for more information.

Friday, August 8
Dance for Adults with Disabilities
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Cost: $10
Age: 18 years+
Location: Chase Oaks Golf Club
Dances will feature a fun and creative theme along with live music and prizes. The events will be held at the City of Allen’s own Chase Oaks Golf Club in the
private banquet pavilion. Snacks will be provided. Advanced registration strongly
encouraged. Sign up by calling 972-517-7777.

Saturday, September 6
Dog Days at Ford Pool
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $5 per dog; Owners swim for FREE
Age: Open to all ages
Location: Ford Pool
Help us celebrate the end of summer at Ford Pool with our favorite four-legged friends! All dogs are welcome, but owners must provide updated vaccination
information. Several contests will be held with prizes going to the winners. Call 214-509-4770 to find out more.