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Landry McMeans’ artwork operates best on a grand scale. Her vividly colored desertscapes capture the vastness of sand-swept land and sun-crisped sky, but ground in the minute, detailed beauty that exists amid the expanse. Having evolved her process from the textured depths of 3D cardboard reliefs to hand-cut stencil prints, the Best of Austin-awarded artist now gets her own gallery in South Austin to showcase her colorful pop-inspired cacti, sagebrush, and other life flourishing in an arid Southwest landscape. Date Nite Gallery’s opening also features a makers market curated by Courtney Crash, food from local chefs, craft cocktails, and live music. – Doug Freeman

Austin’s first Black cemetery originated in the late 1800s, not long after the date we now commemorate as Juneteenth: June 19, 1865, the day troops arrived in Galveston to notify slaves they had been freed two years prior. Bethany Cemetery Association offers a day of music, prayer, community fellowship, and remembrance, with highlights including an exhibit of cemetery stories and a display about and salute to the Buffalo Soldiers, which were U.S. Army regiments made up of African American soldiers. – Kat McNevins

You know what they say: Safety first! When you’re a parent, keeping your kids safe is kind of your No. 1 job. Learn more about how to do that at this family-friendly fair that will give little ones a chance to meet firefighters, EMTs, and police and see their equipment and vehicles. Several local orgs will be there to share info on safety, and kids can get their faces painted and try the bike challenge course, all in the home of Austin FC. – Kat McNevins

This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you.