Photo courtesy of the Dallas Children’s Theater

See the famous children’s book “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and others by Eric Carle come to life with puppets as this Off-Broadway hit makes its debut in Texas at the Dallas Children’s Theater. The play opens Friday evening and runs until Feb. 25 with shows at various times. Tickets range from $17 to $28.

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New York Times bestselling author Diane Sanfilippo will sign and discuss her book “The 21-Day Sugar Detox Daily Guide: A Simplified, Day-By-Day Handbook & Journal to Help You Bust Sugar & Carb Cravings Naturally” at Half Price Books Friday at 7 p.m.

Laugh your way to health this Friday at Laugh Therapy with Kato Crow. Learn about all the positive impacts of laughing from 3:30-4:30 p.m at C.C. Young.

Studio 6 opens Monday and offers free classes Jan. 22-27. The new fitness studio, located in Arboretum Village, offers 50 minutes of high-intensity, low-impact workouts that use a Megaformer (a new exercise machine that combines pilates and weight lifting). The location also has a boutique with athleisure wear and gifts.

Enjoy eating creole brunch and listening to country, rock and blues by musician Don Pendley at the 504 Bar and Grill Saturday at 1 p.m.

Head to Toasted on Saturday for an S2P (stress to peace) gathering and some guided meditation and soul healing for $10. Bring your own yoga mat, blankets, pillows or cushions.