7/19

Movie: The horror movie, “The Conjuring,” about a family who encounters spirits living in their New England farmhouse, opens in theaters.

Film Workshop: A hands-on filmmaking workshop features Indie-U Film School and producer and director, Gary Chason from the University of Texas at Austin. Participants will learn skills by making four short films under the supervision of the instructor. Directors, producers and cinematographers will learn specific techniques. The event runs for two weekends: July 20 to 21 and July 27 to 28. Registration fees are $295. Find more information at indieslate.com or call (832) 593-0405.

Music: Rock group The Maine is having a concert at 6 p.m. in Fitzgerald’s. Other bands including A Rocket to the Moon, this Century and Brighten will be opening. More information can be found at fitzlivemusic.com.

7/20

Art Workshop: The Blaffer Art Museum will be hosting a Summer Edition Saleri Studio for participants to engage in arts and crafts pertaining to Andy Coolquitt’s exhibition, “Attainable Excellence.” The event is from 1 to 4 p.m. and is also free and open to participants of all ages. Tours of the gallery will begin at 1 p.m. Reservations are requested. Contact Katherine Veneman at (713) 745-9526.

7/21

Theater: Broadway at the Hobby Center presents the famous “Wicked.” The show will be at 2 p.m. in Sarofim Hall. Tickets are $44 plus applicable fees.

Art Workshop: The Museum of Fine Arts is hosting a family zone and studio to explore French paintings from 1 to 4 p.m. Museum members have free admission. Student tickets are $6 with an ID and adult tickets are $13.

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