17 events to attend in the Houston area this weekend, Sept. 23-25

Set in 1957, “Trouble in Mind” follows Black actress Willeta Mayer, who can be the lead role in a Broadway play if she gives up her principles. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). $10+. Main Street Theater, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston. 713-524-6706. www.mainstreettheater.com

Sept. 23-Nov. 4: ‘The Evolution of Beauty’ exhibit

Cypress resident and artist Cassandra Bohne-Linnard creates art through painting and commemorating the lives of rare butterflies. Bohne’s exhibition “The Evolution of Beauty” will feature butterfly wall clocks and paintings. 6-9 p.m. Free. 1305 Sterrett St., Houston. 713-498-3015. www.bisonggallery.com

Sept. 23: River Oaks Chamber Orchestra

Guests can enjoy the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra led by Mei-Ann Chen, which will play music honoring Houston’s cultural diversity, including works by Juan Pablo Contreras and Beethoven as well as a Vietnamese folk ballad. 8 p.m. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston. 713-665-2700. www.roco.org

Sept. 23: Dancing lessons

Sugar Land Town Square will host dancing lessons on the plaza. Learn country western dancing from Fred Astaire Dance Studio instructors. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Sugar Land Town Square Plaza, 2711 Plaza Drive, Sugar Land. 281-276-6000. www.sugarlandtownsquare.com

Sept. 23-24: Fall Gift Market

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Cypress is celebrating fall with its 16th annual Fall Gift Market. The event will feature local vendors, food, and a silent auction with indoor and outdoor displays. Proceeds will benefit church-affiliated projects and outreach. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 15415 N. Eldridge Parkway, Cypress. 505-228-5542. www.stmaryscypress.org

Sept. 24: Night Nation Fun Run

The Night Nation Fun Run mixes music and running in the city’s first running music festival. Participants can run both in and out of Minute Maid Park and experience an afterparty with DJs, lights and bubble zones. Registration comes with gear, access to concerts and free giveaways. 5 p.m. $34.99+. Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford St., Houston. www.nightnationrun.com/houston

Sept. 24: Fall Fest

Celebrate fall at Sugar Land’s first in-person Fall Fest. The festival includes art demos, hayrides, crafts, a scavenger hunt and photo opportunities. Restaurants in Sugar Land Town Square will offer food and beverage specials. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Sugar Land Town Square, 2711 Plaza Drive, Sugar Land. 281-275-2825. www.sugarlandtx.gov

Sept. 24: College admissions event

The Chi Omicron Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and the Phenomenal Pearls Educational and Charitable Foundation will host a virtual event to provide students and parents with information on college admissions and financial aid options. 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Virtual. 832-262-7696. www.bit.ly/chiomicronomega

Sept. 24: Houston Chamber Choir

Watch the Houston Chamber Choir perform its first concert of the 2022-23 season. “Let All The World in Every Corner Sing” is a tribute to English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams’ 150th birthday. 7:30 p.m. $33.50. South Main Baptist Church, 4100 Main St., Houston. 713-224-5566. www.houstonchamberchoir.org

Sept. 24: Muslim Family Day

The ICNA Outreach Center is putting on its seventh annual Muslim Family Day event for the community. The event is open to all and will include rides; halal and other food stations; a cultural bazaar with dresses, toys, souvenirs and art; and local entertainment. 2-8 p.m. Free (admission), $10 (unlimited rides). ICNA Outreach Center, 19025 Wilks Drive, Cypress. 844-888-4262, ext. 2. www.facebook.com/icnaoutreachcenter

Sept. 24: Fall Fest Market

The Greater Magnolia Parkway Chamber of Commerce will host its Fall Fest Market. There will be more than 75 vendors, crafts and face painting for kids, and pumpkin patch photos. Guests can bring a can of corn, peas or sweet potatoes as a donation for Thanksgiving baskets in lieu of paying admission. Noon-4 p.m. $1 entry. Magnolia Event Center, 11659 FM 1488, Magnolia. 281-356-1488. www.greatermagnoliaparkwaycc.org

Sept. 24: Artcetera

The eighth annual iteration of Artcetera, an interactive live art show, allows guests to watch Houston-based artists work on projects while enjoying food, cocktails and raffles. A portion of auction proceeds will go to The Pablove Foundation, a nonprofit that teaches photography to children with cancer. The auction, which also runs online, features works from more than 20 local artists, including local art scene mainstays and rising stars. 7-10 p.m. $100 (advance), $125 (at the door). Winter Street Studios, 2101 Winter St., Houston. www.artceterahouston.com

Sept. 25: ’Henry V’ performance

The Woodlands-based Points North Theatre Company will give an outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s “Henry V.” 5 p.m. Free. Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy. 832-422-8348. www.pointsnorththeatre.org

Sept. 25: Small-business market

Hosted by multiple small businesses, more than 40 vendors will be available for a small-business market at Paradigm Brewing Co. in Tomball. Some of the businesses include Sweet Caledonia USA, Amanda’s Adventures, Dream Essential Oils and Dalila Premium Chocolates. Live music will also be featured. Noon-5 p.m. Free. Paradigm Brewing Co., 2130 S. Persimmon Lane, Tomball. 346-336-6585. www.facebook.com/paradigmbrew

Sept. 25: Sunday service

Spring Creek Blue Star Moms and the Montgomery County Veterans Commission are hosting a Sunday service at the Montgomery County Veterans Park to honor Gold Star mothers, those who have lost a child while serving in the military. The event will include a pinning ceremony, a laying of the wreath and a service. Military families and the public are invited. 7 a.m. Free. 1776 Freedom Blvd., Conroe. www.facebook.com/springcreekareabluestarmothers

Sept. 25: Karbach Brewing Co. Bayou Bucket

Runners compete with Rice University or the University of Houston in the Karbach Brewing Co. Bayou Bucket in 5K or 10K races. The event includes a Kids K race for families. Registration includes a ticket to the Rice football game. 7:30 a.m. (5K and 10K), 9:30 a.m. (Kids K). $20+. Rice University, 6100 Main St., Houston. www.houstonrunningco.com