Pack a picnic basket with your favorite wine and cheese, and let the music and scenery take you away. With White Rock Lake in the background and beautifully landscaped gardens all around, it’s a perfect setting for live music – and the Arboretum’s got plenty of it. The June schedule kicks off with Polka fusion band Brave Combo June 1, followed June 9 by Crosby, Stills and Nash tribute band 4 Way Street. Seventies Funk band Road Crew plays June 5, with Boys Named Sue belting out classic country with a kick June 22. Vince Vance and the Valiants close out the month on June 29. Tickets are $14, $7 for children ages 3-12 and $5 for members of the Arboretum. Tickets can be purchased over the web at dallasarboretum.org, or by phone at 214-515-6521.

Arts & Entertainment

Fridays at Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse June 16, Jonathan Byrd, Reg Meuross ($12/$15); June 23, Pierce Pettis ($12/$15); June 30, Suzanne Buirgy ($12). All shows start at 8 p.m. A smoke-free, alcohol-free venue for live music. Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 N. Central, 214-363-0044 or unclecalvins.org.

On Tour with Renzo Piano Through Sunday, August 13. Tuesdays through Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Featuring selected projects from the building workshop of Renzo Piano, the Pritzker Prize-winning architect of the Nasher Sculpture Center and numerous other international projects. $10 adults, $7 seniors, $5 students, 12 and under free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora. 214-242-5100 or nashersculpturecenter.org.

First Saturdays June 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Children’s art activities, story time, yoga in the garden, live music on the terrace, sculpture materials and methods table and a docent-guided tour. Free, 10 a.m.-noon. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora. 214-242-5100 or nashersculpturecenter.org.

Work O’ The Weavers Concert Sunday, June 11, 7 p.m. Musical performance celebrating America’s pioneering folk quartet. The new group will play more than 40 songs by the original Weavers quartet. $10-$20. Kaplan Auditorium, Congregation Shearith Israel, 9401 Douglas. 214-739-2737 or jccdallas.org.

The Art of Urban Living Thursday, June 15, 8 p.m. A cultural evening accompanied by dinner and cocktails in the NasherSalon. Free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora. 214-242-5100 or nashersculpturecenter.org.

Songwriter’s Open Mic First and third Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m. Local songwriters perform their material. Bring your own instrument. Free. Half Price Books, Northwest Highway at Central Expressway, 214-379-8000.

Oil Painting Wednesdays, 9:30-2 p.m. $5 a lesson with ID card. Walnut Hill Recreation Center, 10011 Midway. Contact Mary Ann, 214-352-7366.

One-Act Play Ages 5-8 on Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Ages 9 and up on Mondays, 4-5 p.m. Young children of all ages will perform in seasonal holiday plays. Participants will learn how to memorize lines and create costumes. Each play is performed in a dinner theater setting. Participation is free, reservations for shows are $6. Churchill Recreation Center, 6906 Churchill. Contact Carol Burris, 214-670-6477.

Ramblin’ Round Dance Lessons Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. Dancing in the round with cues given by a professional. $50 per couple per quarter. Churchill Recreation Center, 6906 Churchill. Contact Christine Hixon at 972-270-7292.

Duplicate and Party Bridge Thursdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for duplicate bridge; and Tuesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon for party bridge. Duplicate players will need a partner. Churchill Recreation Center, 6906 Churchill. Contact Bill Frye, 972-247-5619.

Community

Dallas Shambhala Meditation Center Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Instruction in meditative practices of Shambhala, a secular tradition based on the wisdom of the Buddhist teachings, to increase awareness and compassion. Free. First Unitarian Church, 4015 Normandy. 214-528-2736 or shambhala.org/centers/dallas.

Family

Storytime Saturday Saturdays, 11 a.m. Parents and children are invited to participate together as storyteller Jill Peters leads interactive storytelling, improvisational comedy routines and sing-a-longs. Children’s Play Place, Level 3 (near Saks Fifth Avenue), Dallas Galleria, 13350 Dallas Parkway. 972-702-7100 or galleriadallas.com

For Kids

Alert Child of Texas Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. for ages 4-7, and 10-11 a.m. for ages 8 and up. Self-defense and anti-kidnapping classes brought to you by the Dallas Parks and Recreation Department. $8 per class with a $12 registration fee. Walnut Hill Recreation Center, 10011 Midway. 972-578-7555.

Health & Fitness

Jazzercise Mondays, 10-11 a.m. Dance and get fit at the same time. $10 per session for JCC members; $15 for non-members. Aaron Family Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven. jcohn@jccdallas.com.

Tennis League Mondays, 6 p.m. Free. Walnut Hill Recreation Center, 10011 Midway. Talk to Ken courtside.

Holistic Yoga Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon, and Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7 p.m. This class focuses on the mind/body connection while increasing flexibility, strength and balance. $85 a month or $10 per class. Churchill Recreation Center, 6906 Churchill. Contact Greg Moffett, 214-769-3889.

Tai Chi Wednesdays, 10-10:45 a.m. Gentle movements release stress by relaxing and rejuvenating the body while refreshing the mind. Participants of all ages and physical conditions can do the 20 simple movements. $6 per class, $5 for those 60 and over. Churchill Recreation Center, 6906 Churchill. Contact Sister Bernice Eidt, 214-350-5860.

Leukemia Society Every fourth Wednesday. All patients, family members and friends affected by leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s and myeloma are invited to attend these support group programs. Free. Texas Oncology at Medical City Dallas, 7777 Forest, Ste. 400, 972-354-8303.

Library

Jimmy The Magician Tuesday, June 6, 2 p.m. Learn to make balloon animal sculptures. Ages 6-12. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal, 214-670-7128.

Jungle Jim Wednesday, June 7, 2:30 p.m. Jungle Jim brings spiders, scorpions and bugs of every sort, and presents them in a fun, interactive way. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333.

Computer Confidence Saturdays, June 10 & 17, 11 a.m. Each class is self-contained and includes practice on the Internet. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333.

Snake Encounters Wednesday, June 14, 2:30 p.m. This program is for reptile lovers. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333.

Sandy Shrout Tuesday, June 20, 2 p.m. Puppeteer Sandy Shrout brings traditional tales alive in surprising and hilarious ways! Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal 214-670-7128.

Zooniversity Wednesday, June 21, 2:30 p.m. Ms. Blankenship brings exotic animals for a fun and educational program. All animals are lame and touchable. Ages 3 to adult. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333.

Willy Welch Friday, June 23, 10:30 a.m. Enjoy songs you know or songs you learn with local celebrity Willy Welch. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal, 214-670-7128.

Barri Pearson Tuesday, June 27, 2 p.m. Local musician Barri Pearson celebrates jazz in a unique and energetic performance. Sponsored by the Neighborhood Touring Program of the City of Dallas, Office of Cultural Affairs. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal, 214-670-7128.

Dan Gibson Wednesday, June 28, 2:30 p.m. Dan plays the banjo, guitar, mountain dulcimer and one-string pickin’ bow. Children will also learn some American Sign Language. Children of all ages. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333.

Computer Classes Mondays (except May 29), 5 p.m. and Thursdays, 6 p.m. Walnut Hill Library, 9495 Marsh. 214-670-6376.

Story Time at the Library Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities for children ages 18 months to 5 years. A parent or caregiver must accompany children. Free. Preston Royal Library, 5626 Royal. 214-670-7128.

Infant/Toddler Development Time Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Children and parents/caregivers learn fun, inexpensive ways to practice speech, motor, cognitive, and social development. For infants and toddlers. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333.

Preschool Storytime Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Stories and activities for ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest, 214-670-6333; or Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal, 214-670-7128.

Toddler Time Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities for ages 18-36 months and their parents/caregivers. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal, 214-670-7128.

Seniors

Senior Connection Thursdays, June 1 & 15, 10-11:30 a.m. Support group dedicated to older adults looking for a job. Topics are “Sell Yourself With Achievement Short Stories” and “Nourish Your Courage in the Job Search.” Free; RSVP required. The Senior Source, 1215 Skiles. 214-823-5700, SESD@theseniorsource.org or the seniorsource.org.

Exercise for Older Adults Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9-10 a.m. A stretching and low-impact group exercise class for seniors, led by instructor Dorothy Glass. Aaron Family Jewish Community Center, 7900 Northaven, aangorina@jccdallas.org.

Senior Aerobics Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:15-9:15 a.m. A vigorous workout with less of the jumping, twisting and impact of traditional aerobics. $56 for eight classes. Churchill Recreation Center, 6906 Churchill. Contact Charles Plafcan, 214-954-0777.