Here's what to do in Houston this weekend

There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this weekend. From a beer dinner to a dance competition, here's a lineup of options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.

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Written in the Stars (Wedding Open House)

The Houston Club is hosting a wedding open house on Friday to showcase its venue for wedding events. The Club offers startling downtown views and multiple catering options.

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When: Friday, Jan. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: The Houston Club, 910 Louisiana St., Floor 49
Admission: Free

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Maggiano's & Karbach Brewing Co. Beer Dinner

Also on Friday, Karbach Brewing Co. and Maggiano's Little Italy are hosting a four-course beer dinner on Friday. Each course will be paired with a complementary brew. The meal will include a salad, shrimp scampi, chicken marsala or Parmesan-crusted mahi-mahi and chocolate cake for dessert. 

When: Friday, Jan. 18, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Maggiano's Little Italy, 2019 Post Oak Blvd.
Admission: $55

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Houston Step Fest 2019

Lemon-Line Media and the Duchess Phi Dukes are holding the first annual StepFest on Saturday at Texas Southern University. The event will include the top step teams in the country competing for cash and other prizes.

When: Saturday, Jan. 19, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Where: Texas Southern University, 3100 Cleburne St.
Admission: $15. More ticket options available.

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Houston Style Journal Shoot

STRUT Studios is hosting the Houston Style Journal Shoot on Sunday. The free event is open to the public and is a chance for participants to showcase their own style for the camera. 

Organizers of the event request attendees put some thought into their wardrobe decision - and not to show up looking ragged.  

When: Sunday, Jan. 20, 12-4 p.m.
Where: STRUT Studios, 5301 Polk St., #18A
Admission: Free

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Po' Up and Paint : Doormat Edition (Trap & Paint)

Finally, put your creative caps on as Richmond Studios hosts Po' Up and Paint: Doormat Edition, also on Sunday. Rather than work on a canvas, the event includes painting a doormat while listening to some R&B music. The event is for all experience levels, including first-timers, and will be instructor-led.  

When: Sunday, Jan. 20, 2-5 p.m.
Where: Richmond Studios, 6238 Richmond Ave.
Admission: $35. More ticket options available.

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