Friday, April 10

• Transportation: The Next Five Years, part of the Tribune's statewide series of public events looking ahead five years; 1301 E. Brockett St., Sherman (12-1 p.m.)
  

Sunday, April 12

• Colorado River Ramble and Family Water Festival, presented by the Colorado River Alliance and the Expedition School; 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Austin (9 a.m.-4 p.m.)
  

Wednesday, April 15

• Statewide Tea Party Rally; 1100 Congress Avenue, Austin (12-1 p.m.)