Work up your courage or down a few beers this Saturday, Feb. 24 at Duel Brewing and take the stage for the The Open Bra, a bi-monthly burlesque improv competition. Performers are assigned a song at the beginning of the evening, and then hit the stage to enchant the audience and judges Miss Behavin, Mayo Lua de Frenchie and Annie O'Roar. And hey, if you're too nervous to take a turn dancing, you still get to weigh in on runner-up and winner slots as a member of the kowtowing crowd. This free, 21+ doors at 8pm and the event begins at 9pm. Plan on staying late for a dance party afterwards. (Maggie Grimason)

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What's more fun than a robbing spree drenched in the blood of innocent bystanders and ending in a rain of bullets? A robbing spree with music and dance numbers! America's most infamous couple is back for a thrilling romp in Bonnie and Clyde, by the equally infamous Frank Wildhorn. Watch the doomed pair ride that spiral all the way to the bottom of the barrel all while bopping to a Tony-nominated score. You can see the murderous lovers all month starting this Friday, Feb. 2, at the Musical Theatre Southwest. Friday and Saturday shows start at 7:30pm and Sunday shows begin at 2pm. Tickets are $22 for general admission. The show is 13+, but anyone under 18 needs a signed parental permission waiver because of violence or something. (Joshua Lee)

On that arc of the moral universe that we sure hope bends toward justice, it’s important that we celebrate and lift up our communities. That’s why the Black Lives Matter Our Black History March this weekend is all about community. Gather at the University Arena (otherwise known as “The Pit”) at noon on Saturday, Feb. 24, when organizers lead marchers through our neighborhoods to Dennis Chavez Community Center. Expect barbecue, vendors, performers, speakers and activities at the community center throughout the afternoon. All who support Black Lives Matter are welcome to this free event. (Robin Babb)

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All you native New Mexicans know how fickle the weather can be this time of year. Sometimes it's spring, sometimes it's winter, sometimes the infamous winds of March come a bit early. An excellent toasty beverage for these tempermental days is a steamy mug of tea. But wait! Don't throw that tea in the trash! Did you know you can compost that loose leaf or bag? Learn more about making and using tea compost with Bernalillo County Master Composters Program at Compost Tea and Extracts Workshop this Saturday, Feb. 24. Call now to pre-register for your spot for free at Albuquerque Open Space Visitor Center from 1 to 4:30pm and brew up some yummy soil for your garden. Your flowers and veggies will thank you! (Valerie Serna)

Looking for a little chile? The 2020 Bosque Chile Festival, a celebration of food, art, and culture on the Rio Grande, is happening Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, with times waiting to be officially announced. But due to COVID-19 and the State of New Mexico public health order, the festival will be presented virtually! There will still be entertainment, art activities, a virtual artisan market, chile-chef demonstrations, educational workshops and more. This free, all-ages event is meant to give those stuck at home a chance to see what the state has to offer. If you are a high-quality chile-inspired and authentic New Mexican business with an e-commerce website and want to be a vendor, there is still time. Applications are being accepted until Wednesday, August 5. For more information email bosquechilefestival@bernco.gov.