It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
Patch is coming to the rescue. We've got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and bars/restaurants/shops to explore.
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Where/When: Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd., Cleveland; Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Why Go: This year's Orchid Mania show runs through March 27. Other orchid-related events include photography and art displays.
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Pricing: $8.50 adults, $3 for children 3 to 12 years old.
2. MADE IN INDIA: INDIAN TEXTILES AND GLOBAL MARKETS
Where/When: , 515 Hilltop Dr., Kent; Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 4:45 p.m.
Why Go: Learn about the impact that India has had on the global market. This exhibits runs through March 20 in the Stager and Blum galleries.
Pricing: $10 donation per person.
3. AKRON SYMPHONY: ALL RACHMANINOFF
Where/When: EJ Thomas Hall, The University of Akron, 198 Hill St., Akron; Saturday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Conducted by Christopher Wilkins. Featuring Martina Filjak, Cleveland International Piano Competition Winner, 2009.
Pricing: $25.75 to $33.75.
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Where/When: Akron Northside Station, 27 Ridge St., Akron; Saturday and Sunday at 11:35 a.m.
Why Go: Tour Cuyahoga Valley National Park via railway. Sit back and relax for the two-and-a-half hour round trip, or hop off and explore the shops and galleries of Peninsula during an hour-and-a-half layover. There's a concession car with fresh sandwiches, snacks and beverages.
Pricing: $10.
5. AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT RECEPTION
Where/When: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: This reception will be hosted by the Metro Parks Photography Club. Mingle with the photographers and enjoy light refreshments. The exhibit will be on display through May.
Pricing: Free.
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