May 19: Empowering Business Conference

WEWEN hosts expert panels and keynote speakers at the conference and shopping expo. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $50. Lone Star College-University Park, 20515 Hwy. 249, Houston. www.wewen.org

May 19-21: Cirque Du Soleil’s “Kurios”

“Kurios” tells the story of an inventor who defies the laws of time, space and dimension. The show runs on select dates through May 21. 8 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 4:30 p.m. (Saturday), 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (Sunday). $35-$300. Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 N. Sam Houston Pkwy. W., Houston. www.cirquedusoleil.com/kurios

May 20: Relay for Life Cy-Fair

Attendees honor victims of cancer, survivors and their families and caregivers at the annual relay event. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Free. HP Campus, 11445 Compaq Center Road, Houston. 713-706-5686. www.relayforlife.org/cyfairtx

May 20: Book sale at Harris County Northwest Branch Library

Thousands of donated books will be on sale from less than $1 each. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Harris County Northwest Branch Library, 11322 Regency Green Drive, Cypress. 281-890-2665. www.hcpl.net

May 20: Bridlecreek grand opening

Caldwell Companies hosts the grand opening of their newest residential community, Bridlecreek. Guests can tour two model homes, enjoy food trucks, live music, a butterfly release and children’s activities. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Bridlecreek, 12803 Kluge Road, Cypress. www.facebook.com/bridlecreektx