6 Austin-area events to check out Jan. 16-18

The event is designed for homeowners in various stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes. It will feature home improvement and remodeling exhibits.

• Jan. 17, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Jan. 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Free (online registration), $10 (at the door)
• 3001 Kalahari Blvd., Round Rock
• www.txhomeshows-au.com

Hosted by detective Lin Cognito, the small-group singles event will bring participants 55 years old and older together to complete puzzles, look for clues and discuss literary tropes.

• Jan. 17, 1:30-3 p.m.
• Free
• 5326 Menchaca Road, Austin
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The Central Texas Mycological Society will teach attendees the basics of mushroom cultivation, including how to turn old books into mushroom gardens. Participants are asked to bring a worn-out paperback or choose one from the library’s donated section as they will leave with a mycelium-inoculated book, ready to grow.

• Jan. 17, 2-4:30 p.m.
• Free
• 2200 Hancock Drive, Austin
• https://library.austintexas.gov

The LBJ Museum of San Marcos will host its 20th annual gala, which will feature appetizers during a silent auction, followed by a three-course dinner with wine, a cash bar and guest speakers.

• Jan. 17, 6:30 p.m.
• $120 and up (admission)
• 109 Student Center Drive, San Marcos
• www.lbjmuseum.com