Monday, November 1
MECA: Dia De Los Muertos Altar Exhibit
Photographs, flowers, toys and food are all used as altar offerings to lost loved ones at this free exhibit. Viewing hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
1901 Kane St.
713.802.9370
Tuesday, November 2
Blockbuster: Toy Story 3 Blast Off
To celebrate the release of the hit movie, Toy Story 3, the Copperfield Blockbuster will host a party complete with food, prizes and a special appearance from Woody. The Sunny 99.1 mascot will also be in attendance.
6887 Hwy 6 North
281.861.9960
Wednesday, November 3
Toyota Center: Houston Rockets vs. New Orleans Hornets
Yao Ming and the Rockets will battle the Hornets at 7:30 p.m.
1510 Polk St
713.627.3865
Thursday, November 4
GRB Convention Center: International Quilt Festival
Buy quilts, sell quilts and learn how to make quilts at the 36th annual International Quilt Festival. The event runs from November 4 to November 7.
Friday, November 5
Wortham Theater Center: Madame Butterfly
Houston Grand Opera music director, Patrick Simmons, will conduct the performance of this tragic love story. Stick around after the show for a meet-and-greet session with the cast.
500 Texas Ave.
713.228.6737
Saturday, November 6
Reliant Stadium: Fresh Fest feat. Salt-N-Pepa
Time to brush up on those Push It lyrics. Salt-N-Pepa will be performing along with Slick Rick, Biz Markie and others at Reliant Stadium.
One Reliant Park
713.667.1400
Reliant Stadium: Houston Texans vs. San Diego Chargers
One Reliant Park
713.667.1400
Monday, November 8
Adobe: Happy Hour Mondays
The Houston Press named Cafe Adobe's margarita the best in Houston. Try one for $3 on Monday (all night).
2111 Westheimer
713.528.1468
Tuesday, November 9
Hobby Center: 9 to 5 The Musical
Theatre Under the Stars presents this movie-turned-musical comedy about three female employees who plot to take control of the company for which they work. Music and lyrics were written by Dolly Parton.
800 Bagby
713.315.2400
Wednesday, November 10
GRB Convention Center: Texas Conference for Women
Governor Rick Perry and First Lady Anita Perry will host this one-day event covering topics such as entrepreneurship, personal finance and balancing work and family. Keynote speakers include Glenda Hatchett of Judge Hatchett and Jessica Herrin, co-founder of weddingchannel.com.
1001 Avenidas De Las Americas
713.853.8000
