Patrons view work by art students that was on display at the museum earlier this year. (Jessica T. Payne/Tyler Paper)

Tyler Museum of Art has two big events in the coming weeks. An exhibit of new work by Tyler artist Abhidnya Ghuge opens Sept. 7. Little Black Dress, a fundraiser with East Texas Youth Orchestra, takes place Sept. 13.

“Apertures of the Mind: Works by Abhidnya Ghuge” features hand-carved woodblocks, ink and gouache drawings and mixed media pieces, including a large-scale installation made for the gallery space.

Her art is inspired by henna designs from her native India and work as a doctor and explores themes of community, time and value, said a statement from the museum.

For the first time, the museum and youth orchestra are joining forces for Little Black Dress, an event at the museum that includes art, performances by young musicians, a silent auction and dinner. 

Proceeds will benefit both arts groups. 

Tickets are $150. To make a reservation, call 903-595-1001 or go to tylermuseum.org.

AUG. 31-SEPT. 2: FIRST MONDAY TRADE DAYS

The famous First Monday Trade Days makes its monthly appearance in Canton.

SEPT. 1-2: SHRINE CIRCUS

The Sharon Shrine Circus has multiple performances both days at the Oil Palace. Information: oilpalace.com.

SEPT. 6: “THE TOUCH”

Tyler Civic Theatre presents the premiere of “The Touch,” a play about a woman who seemingly possesses the power to heal. Information: tylercivictheatre.com.

SEPT. 7-15: GREGG COUNTY FAIR 

The Gregg County Fair in Longview offers a midway with rides and games, food vendors, a petting zoo and special events.

SEPT. 15: ETSO & KENNY BROBERG 

East Texas Symphony Orchestra opens its season with a concert at the Cowan Center featuring pianist Kenny Broberg. Information: etso.org.

SEPT. 15: DAY FOR KIDS

Children can enjoy games, crafts and entertainment in Bergfeld Park at the annual Day for Kids. 

SEPT. 15-16: GLADEWATER ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

Artisan and food vendors will have things for sale at the Gladewater Arts & Crafts Sale on thegrounds of Broadway Elementary School.

SEPT. 19: GENE WATSON

Country music legend Gene Watson performs at Liberty Hall. Information: libertytyler.com.

SEPT. 20: RICK SPRINGFIELD  

Singer Rick Sprinfield performs at The University of Texas at Tyler’s Cowan Center. 

SEPT. 21-30: EAST TEXAS STATE FAIR

The annual run of the East Texas State Fair takes place at the fairgrounds on Front Street. Expect lots of food vendors, a midway with rides, competitions and entertainment.

SEPT. 21: TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA

The folk duo Trout Fishing in America is set for a show at Liberty Hall. Information: libertytyler.com.

SEPT. 22: HAMBURGER FESTIVAL

Humburger cooks compete for honors at the Uncle Fletch Davis Hamburger Festival in Athens. Information: unclefletchfestival.com.

SEPT 28: STRAHAN

The Foundry Coffee House celebrates its fourth anniversary with a concert by Strahan. Information: foundry-coffee.com.

SEPT. 29: THE TEXAS TENORS

John Hagen, Marcus Collins and JC Fisher, who perform as The Texas Tenors, are set for a show at the Cowan Center. Information: cowancenter.org.

SEPT. 29: IRON HORSE FESTIVAL 

Mineola celebrates its railroading heritage with a day of events downtown.