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Get Out and Go: 10 Things To Do This Weekend

Here are our top 10 picks for this weekend!

Welcome to the new and improved Get Out Weekend Planner!

The weekend is almost here and you have no idea what you're going to. Well, Patch is coming to the rescue.

We’ve got the 10 of the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our top picks for this weekend to find something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

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1.
Where/When: , Thursday, 7 p.m.
Why Go?: Come hear the interesting story of South Park native and author, Jessica Bellas. She will be discussing her book Maotai, Mooncakes & Monks: Misadventures in Hong Kong & China a story of her life abroad. Call to register!

2.
Where/When: , Thursday, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: Check out the Wii at the library! Ages 10 and up are invited to play. Registration is required.
Pricing: Free!

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3.
Where/When: Numerous churches and fire halls are serving up fried fish Friday.
Why Go: Support the local establishments while dining on some excellent fish or other Lenten favorites
Pricing: Varies

4.
Where/When: , Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: The whole family will love this quirky story time on April Fool's day! These stories are full of mild, rude humor that will have you cracking up!
Pricing: Free

5.
Where/When: , Friday
Why Go: Every Friday is Kids' Night at the Bridgeville Texas Roadhouse. There will be games and activities to take part in after dinner.
Pricing: Kids’ Meals are $.99

6.
Where/When: , Saturday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Why Go?: Children ages 5 through 12 are invited to create a planter/basket. No registration is required!
Pricing: Free!

7.
Where/When: , Saturday, 1 p.m.
Why Go?: Enjoy this free performance by folk singers and musicians, Ellen Gozion and Penny Anderson. They will perform a varied program of traditional songs, including many love songs, as well as gospel and party songs. Registration is required.

8.
Where/When: South Hills Village: Lower Level North Court, Monday - Saturday: 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. and Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Why Go?: The kids will love it! Bring the children down to South Hills Village for an Easter-themed ride!
Pricing: $2.25 for one ride, $7 for 4 rides

9.
Where/When: South Hills Village: Lower Level North Court, Saturday, 1 - 3 p.m.
Why Go?: To get in the Easter mood! Bring the little ones to create a special springtime cookie and receive other special giveaways!

10.
Where/When: Woodville Plantation, Sunday, 1 -4 p.m.
Why Go?: Meet a legion of 18th century soldiers who helped quash the Whiskey Rebellion in Western Pennsylvania. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children and free for kids under 6.

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