Get a taste of some authentic Slavic food prepared especially by Chef Omer of Cafรฉ Pita at the Czech Museumย’s St. Nicholas Eve Holiday Gathering. Thereย’s live music on the schedule along with a reenactment of the traditional Czech tale of the struggle between the Sweet Angel, the Incorrigible Devil and Saint Nick (guess who wins?). 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 4920 San Jacinto. For information, call 713-528-2060 or visit www.czechcenter.org. $35; free, kids under ten.

Fri., Dec. 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2008