There are several ways residents of Conroe and Montgomery can get involved in their communities this weekend, March 3-5, whether they wish to attend a beer release party at Southern Star Brewing or support local middle school drama programs at Crighton Theatre.

Find something to add to your weekend plans, here.

Southern Star Southern Star Brewery will launch its new beer on March 3.[/caption]

Negura Bunget Beer Release Party
March 3
Southern Star Brewing celebrates the release of its newest brew, the Negura Bunget Beer, a dry stout named after the band of the same name. Party-goers will have the first opportunity to try new brew on tap and a $10 ticket will get attendees a souvenir pint glass and three beer tickets. Food will be provided by Devil Dog BBQ. 4-10 p.m. $10. Southern Star Brewing, 3525 N. Frazier St., Conroe. 936-441-2739. www.southernstarbrewing.com

A Tribute to Elvis
March 3
Las Vegas headliner Donny Edwards, the first and only Elvis Presley tribute artist to perform at the estate of Graceland, comes to Crighton Theatre to take audience members back in time to the king’s 1970s era. The show will open with the seven-member band, Fever. 7:30 p.m. Sold Out—call to be placed on wait list. Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main St., Conroe. 936-441-7469. www.crightontheatre.org

Fresh Fridays
March 3
Parents enjoy a night out with this monthly event where children get to spend time with friends and participate in fun activities. This month’s theme is “Marching Into Spring.” Parents can pre-register their child for the event until noon on March 3. 7-11 p.m. $6 (per resident child), $8 (per non resident child). Oscar Johnson, Jr. Community Center, 100 Park Place, Conroe. 936-522-3960. www.cityofconroe.org

Lone Star 1st Saturday
March 4
This monthly farmers market takes place under the trees at Montgomery’s Old Community Center located in historic downtown. Attendees can shop for locally grown and handmade goods, while enjoying an acoustic jam session on the porch of Garrett House Antiques. 9 a.m.-2p.m. Free. Garrett House Antiques, 315 Caroline St., Montgomery. 936-597-5004. www.experiencemontgomery.com

“A Night of One Acts”
March 4
Three Montgomery County junior high drama teams come together to present “A Night of One Act Plays” including “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by Magnolia Junior High School, “Arsenic and Old Lace” by Brabham Middle School and “Of Mice and Men” by Lynn Lucas Middle School. A silent auction will also take place during intermission and net proceeds will benefit the drama departments at each school. 7 p.m. $5-$10. Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main St., Conroe. 936-441-7469. www.crightontheatre.org