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Live performances, street art and storytelling engage families at the 26th annual Grand Kids Festival on April 30 in Galveston’s historic downtown cultural arts district. Free. Info: www.GrandKidsFestival.com.

More than 40 local vendors will showcase their crafts, art, foods and more at the Friends of Moody Gardens’ 10th annual Herb Fair. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 27 at Moody Gardens Hotel, 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston. Free. Info: www.facebook.com/TheFriendsofMoodyGardens.

Volunteer hours. Friendswood Independent School District calls upon students, staff and community members to participate in its inaugural Day of Service. Projects include building and installing Little Free Libraries, delivering gift cards and snacks to local first responders and more. Free. Info: Individual campuses or www.myfisd.org.

Political activity. Christa Mayfield, director of educational programs for Unbound Houston, discusses human trafficking at the Galveston Republican Women Easter dinner. 5:30 p.m. Municipal Utility District 12 Building, 2929 Texas Hwy. 6. $25-$28, RSVP by April 17. Info: Tina Kirbie, rkirbie@comcast.net or 713-504-0304.

True crime. FBI Special Agent Richard Rennison details the Jennifer Schuett case. 6-7 p.m. Evelyn Meador Branch Library, 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/58995.

Gardening seminar: Entomologist Hedy Wolpa leads a workshop about beneficial and pest insects common to Gulf Coast area. 9-11 a.m. Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office in Carbide Park, 4102-B Main St. (FM 519). Free, registration required. Info: galveston.agrilife.org/event/insects.

Edible herbs: Galveston County Master Gardeners Briana Etie and Karen Nelson demonstrate herb preservations and preparations. 1-3 p.m. Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office in Carbide Park, 4102-B Main St. (FM 519). $10, registration required. Info: galveston.agrilife.org/event/incredible-edible-herbs.

Night music: Jazz and swing enthusiasts take to the dance floor during Alvin Community College’s 22nd annual Evening of Big Band Music. 7 p.m. Nolan Ryan Center, 3110 Mustang Road. $10-$20. Info: 281-756-3600, https://bit.ly/370Yeez.

State of the City. Seabrook Mayor Pro Tem Buddy Hammann and City Manager Gayle Cooke discuss upcoming projects—including the expansion of State Highway 146—during the Friends of Evelyn Meador Branch Library’s annual meeting. 6-7 p.m. Evelyn Meador Branch Library, 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free, registration required. Info: www.friendsofevelynmeador.org.

Flood prevention. The Pasadena Citizens’ Advisory Council presents “How Plants Prevent Flooding On and Off the Plant Site.” 6-7:30 p.m. Revive Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. Free, RSVP by April 24. Info: www.pasadenacac.org.

Herb fair. More than 40 local vendors showcase their crafts, art, foods and more at the Friends of Moody Gardens’ 10th annual Herb Fair. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Moody Gardens Hotel, 1 Hope Blvd. Free. Info: www.facebook.com/TheFriendsofMoodyGardens.

Employment opportunity. Job seekers interact with local companies — ranging from retail to industrial — during the “Put Pasadena to Work” event. 3-6 p.m. CT Pasadena Church, 6109 Fairmont Parkway. Free, registration required. Info: www.PasadenaChamber.org.

Emotional wellness. Leslie Tracy of The Alliance-Clear Creek shares tips and tricks for dealing with difficult periods during “Mental Health, Stress and Ways of Coping.” 6-7 p.m. Evelyn Meador Branch Library, 2400 N. Meyer Ave. Free, registration required. Info: www.hcpl.net/events/57187.

Plant sale. Proceeds of the Deer Park Petal Pushers Garden Club’s annual Plant & Garden Art sale fund scholarships for area high school students. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday. Municipal Courts Building, 1302 Center St. Free. Info: www.facebook.com/dppetalpushers.

Children’s art. Live performances, street art and storytelling engage families at the 26th annual Grand Kids Festival in Galveston’s historic downtown cultural arts district. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Postoffice Street, between 20th and 23rd streets. Free. Info: www.GrandKidsFestival.com.

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