'Mulan' At The High School, Chamber Music At St. Luke's And More

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue with the best bets for how to spend your free time. Check out our picks for the local activities to hit and places to explore.

1. MULITPLE “MULAN” PERFORMANCES

Both and Elementary Schools present their spring musical productions of “Mulan” this weekend at the high school.

 The performances are under the direction of fourth grade teacher Ric Saborio for Hanaford and parent Lisa King for Eldredge.

In “Mulan,” the Fa family ancestors take the audience back to ancient China for the tale of a young maiden who has to save her father from certain death in the army. Our heroine dresses as a boy and secretly goes in his place, along with her misfit dragon guardian, Mushu. When all is said, sung and done, Mulan's bravery leads to her becoming one of China's greatest heroes.

Where/When: ; Eldredge Showtimes - Friday, 8 p.m., Saturday, 5 p.m. Hanaford Showtimes - Friday, 6 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m.

Why Go: Lots of effort all around has gone into bringing a bit of the Far East to East Greenwich.

Pricing: Tickets $5 each in advance, $10 each at the door, Children under age 4 are free

2.

Where/When: ; Sunday, 4 p.m.

Why Go: Check out this year’s festival of talented home-grown musicians at the kick-off event.

Pricing: $15 in advance; $20 at the door

3.

Where/When: Showcase Cinemas, 1200 Quaker Lane, Warwick, RI 02886; Friday, 8 p.m., Saturday 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.

Why Go: It’s Kier and Josh Phillips business to make you laugh with their live comedy acts.

Pricing: Tickets $10 each

4.

Where/When: Lounge; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Why Go: It’s a great opportunity to break out your instruments and play, or just check out some of the best talent in Rhode Island.

Pricing: No Cover

5.

Where/When: ; Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m.

Why Get Your Kids to Go: Competent babysitters in the house mean you get to go out more!

Pricing: Free

If you still want more, make sure to check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner.

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