Check out a father-son band, have a self-care Sunday at trauma counseling or get educated about homebuying in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Here are six things to do this weekend, July 27-29.

1. Listen to a father-son live show
July 27

The Reeders are a father-son electric guitar band from Huntsville. They will be playing a live show, including original tunes and favorite covers, in Conroe this Friday. 6-9 p.m. Free. Southern Star Brewing Company, 3525 N. Frazier St., Conroe. Southernstarbrewing.com/events

2. Attend a homebuying information breakfast
July 28

The Texas Statewide Homebuyer Breakfast offers information about first-time homebuying and loan options. State-approved lenders plan to attend and take applications at the event. 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Golden Corral, 1604 I-45 N., Conroe. Register online here.

3. Learn how to upgrade to a new construction home with information from this lunch and learn
July 28

Find out how to get a good deal on a new construction home at Houston Portfolio Real Estate’s Lunch and Learn. Learn how to negotiate the process from contract to closing and learn about financing options and assistance programs. Lunch will be provided. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Long Lake Model Home in Barton Creek Ranch, 3207 Elm Bough Court, Conroe. Register online here.

4. Address your trauma
July 29

The Unbroken Circle Inc. is hosting a series of trauma counseling groups facilitated by founder Apryl Lang. It focused mainly on women battling fertility issues, depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder and domestic abuse. The series is not limited to those who identify as women, and anyone above the age of 13 is welcome. 3-5 p.m. $10. 201 River Pointe Drive, Conroe. Register online here.

5. Learn how to smoke ribs
July 28

Southern Star Brewing Company is hosting the RibsU Backyard Pitmaster class. Learn about spice rubs, wood selection and smoke profiles. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $79. Southern Star Brewing Co., 3525 N. Frazier St., Conroe. 281-972-5748. www.brisketu.com

6. Listen to live music
Pacific Yard House
101 Metcalf St., Conroe
936-703-5447
www.pacificyardhouse.com
July 28 | Fab 5 | 9 p.m.

The Corner Pub
302 N. Main St., Conroe
936-788-2390
www.thecornerpubinconroe.com
July 27 | Sean Chilson | 9 p.m.
July 28 | McLeod Nine with The Dave Becker Band | 9 p.m.

The Red Brick Tavern
119 Simonton St., Conroe
936-539-2000
www.theredbricktavern.com
July 28 | Tyler Lucas | 9:30 p.m.