Fill your weekend with various area events. Keep an eye on the forecast, too—don’t let Tropical Storm Harvey rain on your plans.
THURSDAY-SUNDAY
1. WORTH THE TRIP: We Are Blood accepting donations to ease Type O blood shortage We Are Blood, formerly The Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas and the sole provider of blood to Central Texas hospitals, is experiencing a shortage of Type O-negative and -positive blood, a universal blood type that can be transfused to any patient. As a result, We Are Blood urges residents with Type O blood to donate immediately. Find out more here.
THURSDAY
2. Author Susan Wiggs speaks at book chat Susan Wiggs leads a discussion and answers questions about her new book, "Map of the Heart." 5:30 p.m. $30. Aster Café, 12611 River Bend, Austin. 512-372-7380. www.lakeaustin.com/aster-cafe
FRIDAY-SATURDAY
3. Vocal group performs Broadway tunes Broadway Blast features songs from popular Broadway shows, such as "Wicked" and "The Sound of Music," performed by aka Vocal Show Group. Guests can bring drinks and snacks. 7 p.m. $15. Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway. 512-261-1010. www.lakeway-tx.gov
