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It's Thursday and you're thinking about things to do this weekend. Patch has a few ideas.

Posted Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 7:34 pm ET|Updated Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 5:19 pm ET

1. Take a Hike

Where/When: ; Sunday 1:30pm

Why Go: Exercise, socialize, learn.

Price: free

2. Wine and Chocolate Tasting

Where/When: ; Sunday 5:30pm

Why Go: Wine and chocolate…need there be another reason?

Price: $18 (advance registration required)

3. See a Great Live Band

Where/When: ; Saturday 9pm

Why Go: Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez are playing

Price: $8

4. Go to a Hockey Game

Where/When: ; Saturday 4pm

Why Go: Live Quinnipiac women's hockey is action-packed

Price: $2/$4

5. Attend a Fundraiser

Where/When: ; Saturday 2p-7p

Why Go: Folks young and old shave their heads to raise money to fight childhood cancer; music and fun

Price: Donations appreciated

Still wanting more? Check our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner refreshed every Wednesday.

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