Thursday, Feb. 23
St. Stephen’s Episcopal School presents ‘Pippin’
St. Stephen’s Episcopal School presents the musical, Pippin, Thursday through Sunday. The musical uses the premise of a mysterious performance troupe to tell the story of Pippin, a young prince on his search for meaning and significance. Free. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Fri.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). Helm Fine Arts Center, 6500 St. Stephen’s Drive, Austin. 512-327-1213. www.sstx.org.
‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’
The TexARTS Professional Series presents a musical Thursday through Sunday. The show features 30 musical numbers from the 1950s and 1960s and is directed by Kimberly Schafer. $40-$60. 7:30-9:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.), 2-4 p.m. (Sun.). TexARTS Kam & James Morris Theatre, 2300 Lohmans Spur, Lakeway. 512-852-9079, ext. 101. www.tex-arts.org
Friday, Feb. 24
WORTH THE TRIP! Transportation Moving Forward panel
The Travis Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers (TSPE) hosts its annual engineers week banquet. The banquet includes a moderated panel of elected officials from Central Texas including Austin Mayor Steve Adler; Craig Morgan, Round Rock Mayor Pro Tem; and Senator Kirk Watson, D-Austin, to discuss transportation. $50. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. J.W. Marriott Downtown, 110 E. 2nd Street, Austin. 512-533-9100. www.tspetravischapter.org
Saturday, Feb. 25
Bee Cave Police Benevolent Foundation 2017 Annual Gala
The 2017 gala in support of the Bee Cave Police Department takes place Saturday. Appetizers and dinner will be served and there will be music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. Proceeds give peace of mind to city officers by providing a financial safety net for unexpected losses, promoting public safety, providing scholarships and giving comfort to children in distress. $100. 6-10 p.m. Sonesta Hotel, 12525 Bee Cave Pkwy., Bee Cave. 512-925-9139. www.bcpbf.org
WORTH THE TRIP! Carnaval Brasileiro's 40th anniversary
The 40th-annual Mardi Gras event includes acrobats, burlesque dancers and a performance by samba musician Dandara Odara. $40 in advance, $50 at the door. 9 p.m. Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin. 512-452-6832. www.carnavalaustin.com
GPS Roadmap for Family Caregivers workshop
Alzheimer’s Texas presents a dementia caregiver workshop that includes presentations from speakers about managing the responsibilities of being a physician, a social worker, a lawyer, a counselor, and a home health professional. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Free. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Riverbend Church, 4214 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin. 512-241-0410. www.txalz.org
Sunday, Feb. 26
Pace Bend Road Race 2017
Boneshaker Project’s fifth annual race draws cyclists from all around the world to a 6.2-mile circuit that includes curves and short, steep climbs. Spectators are able to get close to watch the action. The event also includes a 10K race the day before the circuit. Free (spectators), $15 (junior races), $35-$65 (per person). 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Pace Bend Park, 2805 N. Pace Bend Road, Spicewood. 512-279-7905. http://boneshaker.org
Bee Creek United Methodist Church ribbon cutting and pizza party
Bee Creek United Methodist Church hosts the celebration commemorating the completion of its new gymnasium building that will be shared with the community in the fall for youth sports leagues and fitness classes. A pizza party follows the ribbon cutting. Free. 12:15 p.m. Bee Creek United Methodist Church, 3000 Bee Creek Road, Spicewood. 512-264-2225. www.beecreekumc.org
