‘Girl Shy’

Two Star Symphony returns to Discovery Green with a performance of their original score to “Girl Shy.” Attendees are encouraged to dress in 1920s era costumes for dance lessons and a costume contest. Prizes include dinner at the Grove and more. Presented with support from the city of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance.

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Where: 1500 McKinney

Details: discoverygreen.com

‘Life Could Be a Dream’

The ’60s-based play features doo-wop favorites like “Earth Angel,” “Unchained Melody,” “Only You” and many more. Produced by Stages Repertory Theatre.

When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Where: Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive

Details: milleroutdoortheatre.com

Marine Biologist for a Day

Program features a guided tour, a biologist dive show, squid dissection and animal feedings at Downtown Aquarium. Admission includes lunch and a T-shirt.

When: 10 a.m. Saturday

Where: 410 Bagby

Details: $55, ages 6-12.; aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumhouston

9/11 Heroes Run

The 9/11 Heroes Run takes place in dozens of cities across the nation, honoring those who have lost their lives in service to the country.

When: 8 a.m. Saturday

Where: Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby

Details: $35; travismanion.org/community-engagement/911-heroes-run/2019-houston-tx

GirlStart’s STEM Extravaganza

GirlStart will host an afternoon of hands-on STEM activities. Participants will have the opportunity to program one of the world’s smallest robots, make instruments and LED bracelets, fly gliders and launch catapults.

When: Noon-2:30 p.m. Saturday

Where: CityCentre Houston, 800 Town and Country

Details: give.girlstart.org

Sunday Drum Jam

An informal, facilitated drum circle session. Participants are encouraged to bring drums, percussion instruments or other objects to create rhythmic sounds.

When: 3:30-5 p.m. Sunday

Where: 3801 Eastside

Details: levyparkhouston.org

Maika and Maritza

Maika and Maritza Moulite will discuss and sign their new book for young adults, “Dear Haiti, Love Alaine.”

When: 7 p.m. Monday

Where: Blue Willow Bookshop, 14532 Memorial

Details: bluewillowbookshop.com

Family Storytime & Craft

Storytime at the Levy Park’s children pavilion, followed by a facilitated activity or craft for the whole family.

When: 10-11 a.m. Thursday

Where: 3801 Eastside

Details: levyparkhouston.org

GALVESTON

Galveston Home & Garden Show

Show features floral displays, planting tips and home projects, gardening products, exhibitors, speakers and a host of home improvement professionals.

When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday

Where: Galveston Island Convention Center at The San Luis Resort, 5600 Seawall

Details: $6-$8; galvestonhomeandgarden.com

KEMAH

Mustang Car Show

Mustang car show on the Kemah Boardwalk. All proceeds benefit the Kemah Police and Fire Department.

When: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday

Where: Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp

Details: kemahboardwalk.com

KINGWOOD

In a Pickle Festival

Festival features local pickle related vendors, a pickle-eating competition, a pickling contest and family entertainment, including live bands and guest chef Sloan Rinaldi. There will also be a silent auction benefiting the nonprofit Hunter Syndrome Foundation.

When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday

Where: Kingwood Town Center Park, 8 N. Main

Details: facebook.com/events/323369018373522

SUGAR LAND

Giving Spirits Concert

Sugar Land Town Square’s concert series presents a live show by Kaos and showcases local nonprofit Keep Sugar Land Beautiful.

When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Friday

Where: Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk

Details: sugarlandtownsquare.com