There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From a food/beer tasting event to a talk on writer Theodore Wheeler's novel "Kings of Broken Things," here's a rundown of options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.

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Upon A Burning Body

From the event description:

Upon A Burning Body performs wih Of Virtue, ZIION and From This Day Forward.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 6:30-11 p.m.
Where: Lookout Lounge, 320 S. 72nd St.
Admission: $17

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Brew Haha: a Beer and Food Tasting Event

From the event description:

Sample beer and food from the best breweries/restaurants around while relaxing with friends and supporting the Habitat for Humanity of Omaha.

When: Thursday, Sept. 5, 5-9 p.m.
Where: Stinson Park, 2285 S. 67th St.
Admission: $25-$150

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"Kings of Broken Things" Talk and Panel

From the event description:

Ted Wheeler will read from his novel "Kings of Broken Things" and discuss his reasons for writing this book. A panel will then offer perspectives on the historical and current implications for this legacy of racial violence in our community. Panelists will include: Eric Ewing, Executive Director, Great Plains Black History Museum. Heather Fryer, PhD, Fr. Henry W. Casper, SJ Professor of History; Associate Professor of History and Director, American Studies Program, Creighton University.

When: Thursday, Sept. 5, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Creighton University Harper Center Auditorium, 602 N. 20th St.
Admission: Free

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