Wednesday, June 9
Tucson bands The Provocative Whites, The Lods, Bajo Turbato and Honeysocks are performing a benefit concert for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Tucson comedians will also perform. More information at www.hotelcongress.com/club or call 622-8848. Free, but donations are appreciated. 8 p.m. 21+
Thursday, June 10
The Loft Cinema presents “”Amor de Lejos (Love From Afar),”” a romantic comedy about Danny (Alex Figeroa), a young man who pursues a long-distance relationship with Natalia (Mary “”Bunny”” Uriarte) after she relocates to South America for a job. Along with cast members, producer and director Ben Lopez will be host a Q&A after the film. Mixer begins 6 p.m., screening 7 p.m. Not rated. Spanish with English subtitles.
Friday, June 11
Known for his songs with lo-fi indie rock bands Sebadoh and the recently reunited Dinosaur Jr., as well as for his solo work, Lou Barlow is stopping by Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Singer-songwriter Sarah Jaffe opens. Call 798-1298 or visit www.plushtucson.com/shows.html for more information. $10. Doors open at 9 p.m. 21+
Saturday, June 12
Four venues on Fourth Avenue, the Winsett Stage, Chocolate Iguana, Delectables Restaurant and Spencer Park, will feature free live music as part of Saturdays on Fourth Avenue, an event taking place every second Saturday of the summer months. 5 – 9 p.m. For more information, visit
www.fourthavenue.org.
Sunday, June 13
As part of its 2010 Year of Mexico bicentennial and centennial celebrations, the Arizona State Museum, 1013 E. University Blvd., continues “”Salvador Corona: Matador to Muralist,”” an exhibition featuring the artwork of the Mexican-born artist. More information at www.statemuseum.arizona.edu. Adults, $5. Free for children 17 or younger, museum members, active duty military or those with UA or Pima Community College ID.
Monday, June 14
Meet Me at Maynards begins again at Maynards Market and Kitchen, 400 N. Toole Ave. The social walk/run goes through downtown Tucson and includes discounts on fitness classes and at downtown businesses with an MMM hand stamp. More information at
www.meetmeatmaynards.com. Free.
Tuesday, June 15
Check out The Farmer’s Market at Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway Blvd., every Tuesday near The Bamboo Club for local produce and products. For more information, call 747-7575 or visit www.parkplacemall.com/events/farmers-market. 1 – 6 p.m. Free.
— Steven Kwan
