Sept. 23-Oct. 15: Sherlock Holmes: The Whitechapel Murders
Sherlock Holmes: The Whitechapel Murders begins showing Sept. 23 and runs weekends through Oct. 15 at Way Off Broadway Community Players in Leander.[/caption]Way Off Broadway Community Players presents the first show of its 20th season, which tells the story of Sherlock Homes and Dr. Watson as they investigate the series of murders in London’s East End in the last half of 1888. The characters chase the identity of Jack the Ripper, who has sent a latter to Scotland Yard and taunts police about his crimes. The show is written and directed by Rick White, who was assisted by Beth Watkin. 8 p.m. (Fri. and Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun., Oct. 2). $10 (children age 10 and younger), $15 (seniors, students, active military personnel and first responders), $20 (adults). Way Off Broadway Community Players Theatre, 11880 W. Old FM 2243, Bldg. 4, Leander. 512-259-5878. www.wobcp.org
Sept. 23 - ‘The Good Dinosaur’
The city of Cedar Park continues its ‘Movies in the Park’ series with the story of an Apatosaurus named Arlo who is swept far away from home and develops a friendship with an unlikely human friend. Concessions are not available, but participants can bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs. The Cedar Park Parks and Recreation Department host the event. 8 p.m. Free. Elizabeth Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd. 512-401-5500. www.cedarparktexas.gov/parks
Sept. 23-24 - Leander Bluegrass festival
The Leander Bluegrass festival runs Sept. 23 and 24.[/caption]The 11th annual two-day event features live music from a variety of bluegrass bands. Friday performers include The Sieker Band, Indian and the Jones and Milk Drive Trio, and the Rusty Razors, Pine Island Station, The Deer and The Whiskey Shivers perform on Saturday. Guests can also sample concessions and browse business venders, as well as participate in children’s activities. Coolers and alcoholic beverages are permitted at the festival, though no glass bottles or containers are allowed. Friendly pets are welcome on a leash. 7-10:30 p.m. (Fri.), 6-10:30 p.m. (Sat.). Free admission. Robin Bledsoe Park, 601 S. Bagdad Road, Leander. 512-528-9909. www.leandertx.gov
Sept. 24 – National Night Out Party
The event raises awareness for National Night Out on Oct. 4, a nation-wide event where community members host a variety of gatherings to discuss crime prevention and community partnerships with police. The event will have music, food, drinks, and attractions such as a rock climbing wall and a petting zoo. Members of the Cedar Park Police Department will be on hand to encourage residents to register for the National Night Out event. 3-7 p.m. Free. Heritage Oak Part, 875 Quest Parkway. 512-260-4646. www.cedarparktexas.gov/nationalnightout
