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