Deciding how best to spend the weekend? Keep an eye out for these Northwest Austin events. 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
