Good morning, Plano.

Eric Benavides of Plano-based Fornidos showcased his company’s innovative building components at HUD’s Innovative Housing Showcase on the National Mall this week.

The company, which can assemble a house in three days, is raising Series A funding and will build a Dallas-area factory by the end of the year — a move aimed at supplying more affordable housing options.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah on Wednesday, and local faith leaders in Plano and beyond condemned the killing — calling him a fearless defender of faith — while urging that no political disagreement justifies such violence.

Plano plastic surgeon Ron Friedman premieres his new musical cleaVage during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month at The Colony’s Lakewood Community Theatre—performances run on Fridays and Saturdays from Oct.

3 through Oct. 19 while proceeds support Women Rock, Inc.

Hope Spring Pickleball Tournament

2-6 p.m. — Pickleball Kingdom Plano — Ticket includes meal — Enjoy friendly competition and community connection while supporting foster families.

Urban Trivia Game Night

5-11 p.m. — The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Gather for a fun-filled evening of trivia focused on black culture with prizes at stake.

Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia

7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share your stories and poems in a relaxed, creative environment without fear of judgment.

Dallas Burrow Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall — Tickets available — Experience the soulful Americana sounds of Dallas Burrow in an intimate setting.

Def Leggend Tribute Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Legacy Hall — Ticket packages available — Experience the electrifying tribute to Def Leppard that takes you back to your youth.

Free Math Trial Classes for Grades 1-4

1:00-2:30 p.m. — Kidz Camp Montessori Preschool — Free entry — Engage in fun math and logical thinking activities with small group sessions.

Coffee and Cake Cooking Class

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — Central Market — Pricing per person — Learn to create delicious German pastries while enjoying coffee and cake.

Riches in the Niches Workshop

10-11 a.m. — Republic Title of Texas, Inc. — $10 in person | $15 via Zoom — Explore niche marketing strategies and leverage AI for your business success.

Jack Jr. Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Jack Assadourian, known for his unique multicultural perspective.

Jim Lauderdale Live

8-9:30 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Tickets required — Experience the tunes of two-time Grammy winner Jim Lauderdale, a master songwriter and performer.