THURSDAY
1. Southwestern University production of ‘American Buffalo’
Sarofim School of Fine Arts’ Theatre Department presents “American Buffalo.” The play tells the story of three small-time crooks who are forced to confront the tensions between them and decide what is more important: loyalty or the need to carry out “business”. 7:30 p.m. (3 p.m. Sun.). $8-$10. Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Heather Hall Black Box Theater, 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown. 512-863-1378.
www.southwestern.edu/tickets
ALL WEEKEND
2. Red Poppy Festival
The 20th annual Red Poppy Festival will include a parade, a car show, food and live music. Country artist Pat Green will headline the event. The festival runs from Friday through Sunday. For more information
click here. Times vary. Free. Georgetown Square, 710 S. Main St., Georgetown. 800-436-8696.
www.poppy.georgetown.org
FRIDAY
3. Pam Jernigan artist reception
Fabric artist Pam Jernigan stitches subjects and settings from her imagination. Meet Jernigan and enjoy refreshments at the artist reception. The exhibit will be on display at the Georgetown Public Library through May 10. 4-6 p.m. Free. Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St., Georgetown. 512-930-3551.
www.facebook.com/events/2037614813208884
SATURDAY
4. Southwestern University Wind Ensemble
The Sarofim School of Fine Arts’ Music Department present the Southwestern University Wind Ensemble in concert under the direction of Lois Ferrari. 7:30 p.m. Free. Alma Thomas Theater, 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown. 512-863-1378.
www.southwestern.edu/music
5. Central Texas Olive Ranch crawfish boil
Central Texas Olive Ranch hosts Sun City night with a crawfish boil and live music by Natalie Metcalf. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. Central Texas Olive Ranch, 5251 FM 972, Georgetown. 512-713-1824.
www.facebook.com/events/348280162488939
WORTH THE TRIP Cedar Park (Friday)
Movies in the Park
Attendees can bring blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic to Cedar Park’s Movies in the Park event featuring “Ralph Breaks the Internet.” Glass containers are prohibited. 8 p.m. Free. Elizabeth Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-401-5500.
www.cedarparkparks.com
