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Get Out! Feb. 17 - 21

A look at Patch's top picks for the weekend.

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 out our picks for the activities to hit in the area. 

 

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Where/When: 8200 55th Ave (Lake Artemesia), Berwyn Heights, MD, Thursday, 3 - 4:30 p.m.

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Why Go: Because it's warm out, and being in nature is even more fun than watching it on TV.

Pricing: Free

 

2.

Where/When: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center,Gildenhorn Recital Hall, Friday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Why Go: Because you've read Azar Nafisi's bestselling book, and now you want to see it performed on stage.

Pricing: Free

 

3.

Where/When: , 5051 Pierce Ave., weekly on Saturdays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Why Go: Kids and teens can learn the valuable art of video production in a hands-on environment. The class will teach them the basics behind creating music videos, commercials and television shows.

Pricing: $110

 

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Where/When: Comfort Inn Hotel and Conference Center, 4500 Crain Hwy, Bowie, Md., Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Why Go: Wedding season is upon us. If you're one of the many who received a marriage proposal on Valentine's Day, here's an excellent place to start looking for the dress of your dreams. 

Pricing: $5 in advance, $8 at the door.

 

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Where/When: Library of Congress, 10 First Street, S.E. Washington D.C., Monday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Why Go: The Library of Congress only opens the doors of its Main Reading Room to the public twice a year. Is there a better way to celebrate Presidents Day? Doubtful. 

Pricing: Free

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