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Five Things To Do This Weekend: Aug 3 to Aug 5

A look at what's going on in and around Lexington this weekend.

 

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do this weekend. Lexington 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 you'll want to take part in this weekend in Lexington and beyond.

1. The so-called "YARD SALE OF THE DECADE"
Where/When: 2 Douglas Road; 9 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 4
Why Go: It's a multi-family yard sale with furniture, foosball table, antiques, sports equipment, designer clothes, kitchenware, electronics, toys, books, CDs, DVDs and more available.
Pricing: Free 'til you buy

2. Bicycle Recycle Day
Where/When: 90 Concord Road, Bedford; 9 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 4
Why Go: Because you can give your old bicycle a new home in this bicycle recycling event at St. Michael's in Bedford. And it's free.
Pricing: Free

3. Treasured Lands Gallery Talk
Where/When: National Heritage Museum, 33 Marrett Road; 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4
Why Go: It's your last chance to learn more about "Treasured Lands" photographer Quang-Tuan Luong, the man behind the stunning works depicting the natural beauty of our national parks.
Pricing: Free

4. Spring Awakening
Where/When: The Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St, Arlington; 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4
Why Go: The Arlington Children's Theatre's older teen cast is presenting "Spring Awakening," a Tony-award winning rock musical based on the controversial play of the same name that was banned in Germany.
Pricing:$15

5. Outdoor Balkan Dance
Where/When: Lexington Depot, 13 Depot Square; 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 5
Why Go: For the music by Zdravets, Boston's Friendly Neighborhood Bulgarian Band, with basic Balkan dance instruction by members of the band.
Pricing: Free

About this column: "Get Out" is a weekly column filled with ideas for weekend activities. Related Topics: Lexington Arts and Weekend Planner

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