Here is a sampling of the week’s events and how to tune in (all times are Eastern). Note that events are subject to change after publication.
Monday
Tune in to a concert celebrating art and art museums by the children’s performer Laurie Berkner, who is often called the ‘queen of Kindie rock.’ Dancing is encouraged, as is donating to the Children’s Cancer Research Fund.
When 11 a.m.
Where laurieberkner.com/concerts
Learn to care for your plants during “Making a Home for Houseplants,” a weekly virtual seminar led by the gardener Jocelyn Perez Blanco and hosted by the New York-based Society X.
When 11:30 a.m.
Where thesocietyx.com
Tuesday
Ease your uncertainty about the upcoming holiday season with members of the New York Times Cooking team, including Sam Sifton, Melissa Clark, Priya Krishna and Vaughn Vreeland. They’ll answer all your questions about turkey, stuffing and hosting during a pandemic (Tip: Buy one pound of turkey per person, and another half pound for each guest if you want leftovers.) You’ll also learn a new recipe with Tanya Holland, creator of Brown Sugar Kitchen in Oakland. The discussion is free, but registration is required.
When 6 p.m.
Where timesevents.nytimes.com/cooking-thanksgiving
Wednesday
Experience the “serendipitous discovery” of the X-ray and attend the virtual lecture, “X-rays at 125 Years,” hosted by the Mütter Museum in Philadelphia. The German physicist and engineer Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen first observed the X-rayon Nov. 8, 1895 — he scanned his wife’s hand, among other objects — making Sunday the 125th anniversary. David J. Ballard, an expert in radiation technology, will also take audience questions.
When 5:30 p.m.
Where muttermuseum.org/events
Thursday
Join in the adventures of The Super Secret Hive podcast with your child. The Hive features six episodes, each focused on a different part of the world around us. Your child will learn about immune systems, the role honeybees have in pollinating, and more. The episode posts include recommendations for further learning and printable activities.
When Anytime
Where kidsavetheworld.com/thesupersecrethive
Friday
Hear the “99% Invisible” podcast hosts Roman Mars and Kurt Kohlstedt during a live-streamed interview at the Portland Book Festival. Mr. Mars and Mr. Kohlstedt will discuss their new book, “The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design,” with the writer Elena Passarello and the radio host Luke Burbank; the poet Shayla Lawson will also talk about a new essay collection.
When 2:30 p.m.
Where literary-arts.org/event
Saturday
Be swept away by the San Francisco Symphony with the premiere of Nico Muhly’s “Throughline,” which was commissioned specifically as a virtual production. Filmed in locations around the world, the show includes solos from eight collaborators. The production, which Mr. Muhly described to The Times as “meaty” and “toothsome,” also happens to be Esa-Pekka Salonen’s debut presentation as the symphony’s music director. The show will remain on the orchestra’s site for on-demand viewing after the premiere.
When 10 p.m.
Where sfsymphony.org
Sunday
Make a Sunday dinner to rival those of nonnas everywhere with the Gnocchi Quattro Modi cooking class. Laura Scheck, chef and founder of the Brooklyn-based Teaching Table, which offers cooking classes and workshops, guides you and your family on how to make the fluffy pasta with whatever produce you have — sweet and regular potatoes, squash and broccoli stems are all excellent options. No fancy equipment needed, but Ms. Scheck recommends baking or roasting the vegetables before the class begins. The class is $25 per household; registration required and the class costs $25 per household.
When 10:30 a.m.
Where teachingtable.net
