Lucas Miller, the singing zoologist, will perform a free show on Saturday morning at Cypress Creek FACE.[/caption]

Live theater, a singing zoologist and a calligraphy class are among the things to do in the Spring and Klein area this weekend. Our Valentine's Day guide also includes several weekend events and information on securing an early reservation for Feb. 14 dinners in the area.

Friday, Feb. 10

“The Great Oil Scam of Sulphur Flats”

Old West Melodrama will present “The Great Oil Scam of Sulphur Flats” Friday and Saturday evenings through Saturday, Feb. 18 in Old Town Spring. Puffabelly’s Depot Restaurant, 100 Main St., Spring, 7 p.m. (dinner and pre-show), 8 p.m. (performance). $16-$19 (adult), $14 (senior and student). 713-364-9190. www.oldwestmelodrama.com

Short Play Festival

The nonprofit community theater hosts the festival on its Main Stage. 8 p.m. $15 (students and seniors), $18 (adults). Playhouse 1960, 6814 Gant Road, Houston. 281-587-8243. www.ph1960.com

“The Odd Couple”

Two suddenly single pals, diametric opposites, strain their friendship by becoming roommates and unconsciously repeating the same mistakes they made in the marriages they just left. Alternating casts (one starring an odd female couple and one featuring a male couple) present this classic story of two mismatched friends. 7:30 p.m. (Fri. and Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). $17 (students), $22 (seniors), $25 (adults). The Garza Main Stage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-6100. www.stageworkshouston.org

Saturday, Feb. 11

Lucas Miller

The Singing Zoologist, Lucas Miller, performs informative musical skits about science for parents and children in this free event. 10 a.m. Free. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4850. www.cypresscreekface.org

Calligraphy class

A beginning brush calligraphy class with a Valentine's Day theme will be held at Twisted Yarns with Hey Bernadette Calligraphy and Design. Participants must sign up online, as registration is not held at the shop. The event includes a watercolor brush for lettering, watercolor paper, paint and a palette as well as over two hours of guided practice. Light refreshments including wine or mimosas, cupcakes, savory snacks and craft beer are included. Classes are for adults only. 6-8 p.m. $125. 702 Spring Cypress Road, Ste. A, Spring. 281-528-8664. www.twistedyarnstexas.com