In This House, Comedy For A Cause, and Urban Requiem

It’s a little bit slower this week, but has dug up a few interesting things happening around town for their weekly list of events.

We’ll start with the things happening tonight, so you don’t miss them. First off is a panel discussion at on the show coming to the Garde Arts Center on Oct. 13. Stop by Clarke Hall at 5 p.m. to hear the discussion from members of the Judy Dworin Performance Project, historians, and community members on how the -based show got started. The first Wednesday of the month means a pair of Bonsai concerts from Gabrielle Kastelle, and you can catch the second one today at 6 p.m. at 300 State Street. The , meanwhile, has brought in a new exhibit on the role of Azores whaling in developing the industry in New England.

Two benefit events offer a bit of fun for some good causes. On Saturday, and join forces for a cookout and concert by Andre, Eddie and Friends. The suggested donation to attend is $10, and proceeds benefit the Burn Foundation; stop by between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. brings in their second annual event from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The evening of comedy, theater, and music is hosted by the Emerson Theater Collaborative; tickets are $20 or $15 for students and seniors.

We usually see a lot of art and music on this list, and though they’re in scarcer supply this week there are still a few things to be found. New London Art Night returns on Friday, and galleries will open their doors to visitors from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. At the , guest conductor Glen Adsit visits to lead the Coast Guard Band in a performance of The free show starts at 2 p.m. at Leamy Hall.

Other events happening this week:

• Thai Partner Yoga with Tricia McAvoy, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday at ; $25 in advance or $30 at the door
• with Tarot readings by Germaine, noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday at ; $15 and $30 sessions
• Meet the Candidates for Board of Education, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday at the