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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. EARTH DAY CELEBRATION Where/when: Burlington Public Library, 22 Sears St.: Friday at 4 p.m. Why go: Teach the kids about environmental protection. The library will be reading the "LORAX" by Dr. Seuss and "The People Who Hugged the Trees”, an environmental tale from India. There will also be craft activities with recyclables. Aimed for children in …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. WINE AND CHEESE FUND-RAISING EVENT Where/when: American Legion, 162 Winn St.: Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. Why go: The Burlington Sons of Italy is holding the event to raise funds for the non-profit organization and the Burlington High School Scholarship Fund. The many wines will be provided by the Liquor Cabinet and the many international cheeses …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. THE STORY OF JESUS Where/when: The Church of The Open Bible, 3 Winn St.; Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. Why go: The Church of the Open Bible invites you to attend your 2012 Easter Music Program.  A sixteen-voice ensemble will be presenting details of the events of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.  Themes of death, life, and love are …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. KISS ME, KATE Where/when: Burlington High School, 123 Cambridge St.; Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Why go: Burlington High School presents Cole Porter's award-winning musical comedy, Kiss Me, Kate, a lively and raucous musical within a musical that is based on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Filled with musical gems …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. KISS ME, KATE Where/when: Burlington High School, 123 Cambridge St.; Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Why go: Burlington High School presents Cole Porter's award-winning musical comedy, Kiss Me, Kate, a lively and raucous musical within a musical that is based on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Filled with musical gems including "Too Darn Hot…

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. WHISKEY TASTING Where/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, 180 Cambridge St.; Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Why go: Stop by and meet the Master of Whiskey, Peter Zimmerman, for a sample of Bushmills Irish Whiskey. Made in Ireland’s oldest whiskey distillery dating back to 1608, Bushmills is triple distilled for a smooth and mellow taste. Pricing: Free 2. CONCERT …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. MUSIC TRIVIA NIGHT Where/when: Woburn Sons of Italy, 168 Lexington St, Woburn; Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: Support the Burlington Education Foundation that is once again hosting its annual Trivia Night. Since the theme of music was such a “big hit” last year, they decided to do it again. Cash bar provided.  Prizes for winning team, best costume, and …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. BLUEGRASS JAM Where/when: Real School of Music, 56 Middlesex Tpke; Saturday at 7 p.m. Why go: Real School's Traditional Music Program is excited to be the host of the Boston Bluegrass Union's Monthly Jam. All instruments welcome. Pricing: $5 2. PAJAMA PARTY SHABBAT MUSIC Where/when: Temple Shalom Emeth, 14 Lexington St; Friday at 6:30 p.m. Why go: …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. TEDDY BEAR CLINIC Where/when: Burlington Mall, 75 Middlesex Tpke; Friday at 1 p.m. Why go: Join the Burlington Mall, Winchester Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital for a fun and educational program. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal or doll for a “check-up” and learn health tips and basic safety rules. Parents will …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. NERF NIGHT - BLASTER BALL Where/when: Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship & NERF, 103 Terrace Hall Ave, Burlington Why go: What would a sports competition look like if all the participants were given blasters? Come find out. Dodge, duck, and dart as you accomplish your goals and take down your rivals. Who will come out on top and who will be left empty-…

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. "CUPCAKE" WINE TASTING Where/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, 180 Cambridge St # B; Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Why go: Have a sweet tooth? Try free samples of the Cupcake Vineyard Wines. While sipping please enjoy a free sample of cupcakes just before Valentine’s Day. Great wine for a Valentine's Day gift. Pricing: Free, must be 21+ 2. ADVENTURE NIGHT - THE…

It’s Friday, 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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. STUDENT ENSEMBLE AND BAND PERFORMANCE Where/when: Bradford School of Music, 1600 Osgood St, North Andover; Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: Burlington's Real School of Music has expanded and is welcoming in the new Bradford School of Music in North Andover. To celebrate, they are hosting a free concert featuring students from both schools. Pricing: Free 2. …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. BOOK TALK: A NEW HANSEL AND GRETEL Where/when: Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 98 Middlesex Tpke.; Friday at 6:30 p.m. Why go: Kick start your weekend with a fun look at literature for the whole family. Join Barnes & Noble's Tahleen and her book group for a new twist on the beloved story Hansel and Gretel with Jackson Pearce's "Sweetly" . With mystery…

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. NERF NIGHT Where/when: Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship & NERF, 103 Terrace Hall Ave; Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: During the annual “The Spies Have It” New Year gathering and orientation of all the worlds’ top spies, someone’s hi-tech blaster “accidentally” fires. Suddenly, chaos breaks out. Darts are flying everywhere, tables become cover, and everyone…

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. ADVENTURE NIGHT! Where/when: Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship & NERF, 103 Terrace Hall Ave; Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: The heroes are requested to pursue some strange happenings in the “Tall Grass Plains,” an overgrown patch of land that many people have wandered into but few have escaped. Stories abound of reptile like creatures from the Ancient times…

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. ICE SKATING LESSONS Where/when: Burlington Ice Palace, 36 Ray Ave.; Fridays from 3:10 to 4 p.m. (9-week course). Why go: Learn how to skate in a fun and safe environment. Open to people of all ages. Pricing: 9 weeks for $135.00 2. SWORD NIGHT: THE RETURN TO SENDER Where/when: Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship & NERF, 103 Terrace Hall Ave; Friday at 7 …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. TWEEN PAINTING FUN Where/when: Paint-n-Play, 2 Lowell St, Wilmington; Friday 6:30 to 8 p.m. Why go: Children 8 to 12 years old can paint a piece of art, watch a movie and snack on popcorn. Parents can either stay or drop of the kids and enjoy a night to themselves. Pricing: $19.99 per child. 2. WRESTING TOURNAMENT Where/when: Burlington High School…

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. NERF NIGHT: BATTLE OF THE BANDITS Where/when: Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship & NERF, 103 Terrace Hall Ave; Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: A group of rival bandits have been fighting over a small territory for a long time and they have had it with each other. At the end of the evening, there can be only one! Battle other teams of bandits attempting to …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. Tree Lighting Ceremony Where/When: Town Commons, at Cambridge St. and Bedford St., Sunday at dusk.  Why Go: Celebrate that December is now here and the holidays are just around the corner with the lighting of the trees ceremony at Burlington Town Commons. Pricing: Free. 2. Nutcracker Where/When: Winchester High School, Saturday, 1:00PM.  Why Go: …

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 new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. LIVE MUSIC: EMERGING ARTIST SERIES Where/when: Real School of Music, 56 Middlesex Tpke; Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: Come see performances by “Emerson” (CD party release) with special guest bands "A Cityscape" and "Never Say Die" Pricing: $5 2. CIRCUS - CIRCUE DU JOUR Where/when: Burlington High School; Saturday 11 a.m., 1:30 and 4 p.m. Why go: Great …