DECEMBER
6-7 Tour historic homes
The 30th annual Houston Heights Association Holiday Home Tour will feature five homes decked out in antique Christmas decorations, including a restored Victorian, an original cottage bungalow and three renovated craftsman bungalows. 6-9 p.m. (Fri.), 3-9 p.m. (Sat.) $25. 107 W. 12th St., Houston. 713-861-4002. www.houstonheights.org
7 Begin to master those manual camera settings
The Houston Center for Photography hosts a course on camera basics as part of its continuing education opportunities. Participants will learn to use shutter speed, aperture, focal length, ISO and white balance to have more control over their photography. Noon-6 p.m. $145. 1441 W. Alabama St., Houston. 713-529-4755. www.hcponline.com
12 Attend a talk about social justice movements
Project Curate, a local collaborative bringing attention to social justice issues in Houston, hosts the last event of its speaker series called “A People’s History of Houston,” with a talk at the Jung Center. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $30. 5200 Montrose Blvd., Houston. 713-528-0527. www.projectcurate.org
15 Catch a standup comedy act at Rudyard’s
YouTube performer, TV host and stand-up comedian Steve Hofstetter will have a show at Rudyard’s. The show is for adults 18 and up. 9 p.m. $20. 2010 Waugh Drive, Houston. 713-521-0521. www.rudyardspub.com
15 Shop around the world at Wanderlust Market
Wanderlust Market offers shoppers the opportunity to find crafts, food and other items representing cultures from around the world. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 2120 Ella Blvd., Houston. www.wanderlusthtx.com
18 Discover the work of a New Orleans artist
The Contemporary Arts Museum of Houston hosts an opening reception for New Orleans-based artist and filmmaker Garrett Bradley. The exhibition includes a selection of films addressing race, class, familial relationships, social justice, Southern culture, and the history of film. 6:30-9 p.m. Free, with free drinks for museum members. 5216 Montrose Blvd., Houston. 713-284-8250. www.camh.org
21 Take a walk around the Montrose neighborhood
The Architecture Center Houston presents a walking tour offering an overview of the architectural and social history of the Montrose area as well as a look inside the Fondren Mansion (La Colombe d’Or), the Rothko Chapel, the Cy Twombly Gallery and other notable buildings. 10 a.m.-noon. $10. 1520 Sul Ross St., Houston. 713-520-0155. www.aiahouston.org
