Everybody needs an exit strategy. Maybe yours involves air-conditioning and a movie screen. Maybe it’s a half-finished knitting project, a patch of native flowers, or a dark room full of ritual sounds. Maybe it’s watching a demon suplex somebody while a DJ rattles your organs. No judgment. August is long, Houston is hot, and escape is an art form.

Cool movies to see this week:

Hot Fuzz - Monday at River Oaks
Practical Magic - Monday at Regal Greenway
Heat - Monday at River Oaks
The Descent (UK Cut) - Thursday at Regal Greenway
Cat Video Fest - Thursday & Saturday at River Oaks
The Cat Returns - Saturday at River Oaks

Monday, 08/10

Set your sights on schedulin’ or see a movie. I keep hearing about this grand epic starring Tom Holland; who doesn’t love Spider-Man?

Tuesday, 08/11

Stitch & B*tch | 6:00PM

Brazos Bookstore | 2421 Bissonnet St

Crafting? Socializing? What more could you ask for? Brazos continues its partnership with Scout & Skein, offering you (yes, you) an opportunity to hang with fellow crafters and make some progress on your projects.

Wednesday, 08/12

Relaaaaax, take a load off, read a book

Thursday, 08/13

Opening: Lucky 13 | 6:00 PM

Hardy & Nance Studios | 902 Hardy St

Check out this exhibition juried by Lovie Olivia and Madi Murphy, featuring works that measure 13 inches or less in height, width, and depth. Imagine the miniscule yet impactful options.

WET:LAND Film Screening + Ritual Sounds | 8:00PM

Art Club at POST Houston | 401 Franklin St

Part screening, part music event, what a way to spend a Thursday evening. They’ll start by screening Skyler Smith’s file WET:LAND and follow it up with music by pithe, Hustle Cry, and Hollaway.

Friday, 08/14

Swing by the MFAH? Looks like there’s an art meetup and a happy hour for a chill Friday evening

Saturday, 08/15

Workshop: Pollinator Gardens | 10:00AM

Third Ward Multi-Service Center | 3611 Ennis St

Want to transform your space into a sanctuary for pollinators? Join Master Gardener Robin Kendrick-Yates to learn how native plants create a habitat that contributes to a healthier ecosystem across all of Houston.

WrestleRave 5th Anniversary | 5:30PM

The Table at Madeley | 316 Madeley St

In the mood for some wrasslin’ and a drive out to Conroe? WrestleRave’s 5th anniversary event with a whole night of heart-pumping in-ring action.

Moshpit Mania | 8:30PM

10126 Jensen Dr

In the mood for some wrasslin’ but don’t want to drive to Conroe? This one’s a bit closer and a lot weirder. Rave culture meets wrestling at Moshpit Mania, where live wrestling matches will break up the DJ sets.

Sunday, 08/16

Rest and rejuvenation: take a walk, hit the gym, meditate on a kayak

The Hidden Agenda: Escape Artist