Get Out: Weekend Planner

Welcome to your Get Out Weekend Planner!

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. And for some of you, it will be a three-day weekend with the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday.

Well, Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for the best activities to hit.

1.
Where/When: , 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday to Sunday
Why Go?: The Galleries at Westminster present Beyond the Battlefield, an exhibit of fine art inspired by Civil War Era America by Amy V. Lindenberger.
Pricing: Free

2.
Where?/When?:, 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday
Why Go?: This group is open to cancer survivors and their significant others, and is offered in cooperation with the Cancer Caring Center.  The group meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. and is facilitated by an oncology nurse and social services. Registration is not required.  For addition information, call 412.942.5082.

3.
Where/When:, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday
Why Go?: Come to the library for a story weekend about music. This is a come-and-go parent-directed event.
Pricing: Free

4.
Where?/When?: Lowe's, 10 a.m. on Saturday
Why Go?: Your child is sure to love this kit! This castle comes with stickers, paperboard cutouts and a working drawbridge!
Pricing: Free with purchase of supplies.

5.
Where?/When?: Pottery Barn at the Galleria, 10 a.m. on Saturday
Why Go?: Keeping a child's room tidy can be a challenge! The Pottery Barn design experts are here to help. Attendees receive 10 percent off select products. The kids can join in the fun. Bring an empty shoe box for a crafting activity that will keep treasures organized.
Pricing: Free

6.
Where?/When?: , 10:30 a.m. on Saturday
Why Go?: Join the Disney Store for a Princess & Friends Craft Event. Come dressed as your favorite Disney Princess! See the new Spring Styles to share with your friends. The event is limited per session based on store capacity. No lineups prior to 30 minutes before the event begins. The event is subject to change or cancellation without notice. The sessions are at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Pricing: Free

7.
Where?/When?:, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday
Why Go?:  Trax Farms is opening up their pantry for a day of sampling, so come try the Trax Farms specialties. Numerous vendors like Wind & Willow, Miller’s Mustard, Boars Head, Evelyn’s Edibles, Albert’s Meats, Schneider’s Dairy and more will also be showcasing their wonderful eats. Free tasting of award-winning local winery Arrowhead Wines is available as well. For those with a sweet tooth, come by and try the fudge and other baked goods. Free parking and free admission make this the perfect excuses to get the entire family out of the house and try something new. Come hungry.
Pricing: Free parking and admission

8.
Where?/When?:, 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. on Saturday
Why Go?: Missed your chance to see the show last week? Don’t worry because the show is coming to Upper St. Clair High School. TheatreworksUSA's live stage performance of “Charlotte’s Web” by Joseph Robinette has toured across the country since the fall of 1993 and is based on the Newbery Medal-winning book by E. B. White of the same name. The stage performance follows White's classic story of a pig named Wilbur who is saved from the slaughterhouse by a gifted little barn spider named Charlotte. This treasured tale, featuring madcap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.
Pricing: $11 per person at the door; $9.50 per person in advance. Click here to buy tickets.

9.
Where/When: , 1:15 to 2 pm. on Saturday
Why Go?: The USC Swim Club is sponsoring four beginner swim lessons at the Upper St. Clair High School. There are two start times, 1:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. Click here to register.
Pricing: $70 for four sessions

10.
Where?/When?: , 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday
Why Go?: The Upper St. Clair Recreation presents MLK Day of Service for grades 1 to 6. The group will spend part of the day on doing various community service projects that benefit the greater community. Each child will receive a certificate of completion, time spent can count towards required Community Service hours needed at various schools. Each participant will also receive a T-shirt. Click here for a registration form.
Pricing: $15

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