Spring Break Scenes and Screens
VR EXPERIENCE
Join the Moody Center for the Arts for the opening reception of “Samsāra,” a virtual reality film by artist and director Hsin-Chien Huang. The reception is Friday March 11 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Moody Center for the Arts. The event is free and open to the public.
“AMERIKIN”
Attend the Alley Theatre’s production of “Amerikin” which is showing through March 13. The play was developed as part of the 2019 Alley All New Festival and is the world premiere of the show by Chisa Hutchinson.
90S & Y2K PARTY
Can’t wait for Y2K? Join The Secret Group for “Dial Up: 90s and Y2K Dance Party” every Saturday at 10 p.m. for attendees 21 and older. The event is hosted at the Secret Group.
MORNING MARKET
Visit the Heights Morning Market every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hustle Town Distribution to purchase goods from local farmers, craftsmen, artists and artisans. The event is free and open to the public.
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