Friday, Nov. 17

Shawn Matthews at District Kitchen + Cocktails Local musician Shawn Matthews will perform this Friday night, Nov. 18, on the patio at District Kitchen+Cocktails.[/caption]

Live music at District Kitchen + Cocktails

On the patio at District Kitchen + Cocktails, diners can listen to a performance by local musician Shawn Matthews. Full dinner service and cocktails will be offered.

7-10 p.m. 5900 W. Slaughter Lane, Austin. 512-351-8455. www.districtaustin.com

Saturday, Nov. 18

Mini-living Wall Create your own mini living wall this weekend at Articulture Designs.[/caption]

Make a Mini Living Wall

Local business Articulture Designs will host a hands-on DIY class this weekend for participants to create a tiny living wall, one of the design firm’s signature creations. All materials will be provided, including a picture frame, plants and mosses, and natural embellishments. Beer, wine and soft drinks will also be offered. The event costs $55, and participants can reserve a spot here.

3:30-5:30 p.m. Articulture Designs, 6405 Manchaca Road, Austin. 512-762-5228. www.articulturedesigns.com

Central Texas Food Bank Volunteers pitch in at the Central Texas Food Bank in Austin.[/caption]

Preview Party: Austin Empty Bowl Project

Support the children’s programs of the Central Texas Food Bank and Meals on Wheels Central Texas by checking out this preview party for the Austin Empty Bowl Project. Attendees can choose their own ceramic bowl to fill with five different gourmet soups, bread, hors d’oeuvres and desserts. A silent auction to bid on bowls signed by celebrities will also be held. Tickets cost $75 and can be purchased at the Central Texas Food Bank's website.

6-9 p.m. Central Texas Food Bank, 6500 Metropolis Drive, Austin. 512-282-2111. www.centraltexasfoodbank.org

Craft Bazaar

Visitors to the Westoak Woods Baptist Church Craft Bazaar can enjoy two buildings and a courtyard full of gifts, jewelry, crafts, art, door prizes, baked goods and more. Proceeds from the bazaar's sales support service ministries locally, nationally and internationally. The event is free and open to the public.

8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Westoak Woods Baptist Church, 2900 Slaughter Lane, Austin. 512-292-6800. www.westoakwoods.com