Friday
Music Under The Star: James McMurtry with Akina Adderley
Kicking off the 2017 Music Under the Star series on Friday is Texas singer-songwriter James McMurtry, with Akina Adderley opening at 6 p.m. Complimentary garage parking will be available, and guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Central Texas Food Bank. Food, beer and soda will also be available for purchase, and blankets and camp chairs are permitted. Free. 6-9 p.m. The Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave. www.thestoryoftexas.com/visit/calendar/music-under-the-star-07072017
First Friday Food & Wine Tasting: benefiting The Nature Conservancy
Sip beer & wine, savor delicious bites of food from each department and vote on your favorite dish! Plus, enjoy live music from One Eye Open Bluegrass Band from 6-8 p.m. The Nature Conservancy staff will be onsite with fun giveaways and information about their work in and around Austin. Tickets purchased pre-event through Eventbrite are $10 and tickets at the door are $15. 5:30-8 p.m. Whole Foods Market Domain, 11920 Domain Drive. www.eventbrite.com
'Cocktails and Cranes' event reveals installation of 1000 origami cranes
Asian Family Support Services of Austin, a locally based Austin nonprofit serving survivors of domestic and sexual violence, is unveiling a large origami crane installation at Tiffany and Company in the Domain. The installation is a part of the Thousand Cranes of Peace fundraising initiative and pays homage to a Japanese legend that folding 1000 origami cranes grants a wish. The event is open to all supporters of the campaign. 6-8 p.m. Tiffany and Company at the Domain, 11601 Century Oaks Terrace.
Saturday
St. David's Women's Center Tour
Come and experience the St David’s Women’s Center of Texas tour for expectant parents. The tour will include information to help you prepare for the birth of your child and ask questions about your special day. The tour can take from 45 minutes to an hour. Free. 10-11 a.m. St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, 12221 N. Mopac. www.Stdavids.secure.ehc.com
Bon Odori & Tanabata Matsuri: Japanese Summer Fest
Austin Japanese Minyo Dance Group, Miyagi Ryu Okinawa Dance, & Austin Taiko is hosting Austin’s first Bon Odori & Tanabata Matsuri Festival! Come join us and learn traditional Japanese Minyo (folk music) dances in the AARC Ballroom. This will be an indoor event. Some food and beverages available for sale. Free. 1-3 p.m. Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Road. www.facebook.com/events/113585532508927
WORTH THE DRIVE:
Wizard of Oz debuts at the Zilker Theatre
Bring a low-backed chair or blanket and a picnic dinner to watch the Zilker Hillside Theater’s 59th Summer Musical, The Wizard of Oz. Opening night is Friday, and the production will run through August 12. Shows are Thursday through Sunday evening and the show starts at approximately 8:15 p.m. Free. Zilker Hillside Theater, 2206 William Barton Drive. www.zilker.org/the-wizard-of-oz
