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-with-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the best activities to hit in town and some new bars, restaurants and shops to explore. 1. Art Auction Preview Where/When: The Landing Restaurant. Thursday, March 24 at 5 p.m. Why Go: Preview the April 2 auction art pieces. 20 percent of all food purchases this evening will be donated to Marblehead Festival of Arts. Pricing: Free parking. Menu cost for dining. --- 2. Edible Landscape Where/When: Abbot Public …

It's the last weekend of the month and there is an abundance of things going on in town and nearby. If you're tied of sledding and skating, there are other events to take in this weekend. From theater to sporting events, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about town. Watch  - Marblehead Little Theatre will open their show, "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" this weekend. The play starts at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on the Website or at the door. Listen - Abbot Hall will be the venue for Symphony By The Sea's "Songs of Four Worlds" which will be …

Tired of the snow and cold? If you can't jet off to someplace warm, make the most of it here in Marblehead. Wether it's watching a hockey game outside or putting your creativity to the test with cake decorating or origami, here are 5 things to do this weekend.    1. Ice, Ice - The Bud Orne Tournament will be played this weekend. Head to the outdoor rink at Reynolds Playground and take in some old fashioned outdoor hockey. Some say, it is often a heated tournament. 2.  Act -  From 2 to 4 p.m. today at the YMCA, auditions will be held for Out of Circulation, a new comic mystery written for …

It's a long weekend for many in town with Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday. With the snow day earlier this week, it may feel like winter vacation part II. Take advantage of our winter wonderland and get outside this weekend. Whether it's sledding or taking a trip up to Hamilton for a dog sled race, there is plenty to do.  Play Ball - A night of all sports games will take place Saturday at the JCC from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Boys in grades fourth through sixth are welcome to come and participate in fun games like dodgeball, basketball, playing the Wii, or just take a dip in the pool. Graham …

The holidays are over and we're in for the long haul before spring. With snow in the forecast for Friday night into Saturday, these events will keep you close to home and entertained all weekend.  Sing -- The Me&Thee Coffeehouse will turn the microphone over to the audience Friday night for an open mic session. After, Alaska singer/songwriter Chelsea Berry will perform. Cheer-- Marblehead boys' hockey will take  on Peabody Saturday at home at 7 p.m. Marblehead leads the Northeastern Conference South, and Peabody the Northeastern Conference North, respectively. The Headers are looking for …

2010 is about to bite the dust but don't let it pass without celebrating the end of one year and the start of another.  There are several local options to celebrate with friends and family if you want to venture out. Don't forget to spend some time this weekend, taking in the beautiful snow covered downtown before all that white fluffy snow turns into dirty slush.  Pardee -- If you are looking to stay close to home, stroll down to The Landing  and enjoy the music of The Jake Pardee Band, food specials, a champagne toast, hats and noisemakers will be given out. Brunch -- The Hurricane is …

It's a weekend to spend time with your family and friends and enjoy the last weekend of 2010.  From Marblehead Patch to you and yours, we wish you very happy holidays. Here are 5 things going on this weekend, you may want to check out between opening gifts and eating your feast. Last Minute Shop-- Have someone you totally forgot about? That's OK here are 5 last minute ideas you can put together today without looking like you forgot. Reflect -- All of the Marblehead Christian churches are holding Christmas eve and day services. Here is a list of where to go and times. Gaze -- With the …

It's the last weekend to take in the sites and sounds of the Christmas Walk downtown. This weekend also marks one week until Christmas. Local stores will be open with last minute gift ideas at the ready. There are also chances to give back to those in need this holiday season and start 2011 off right.    Classic Christmas -- This holiday favorite is bound to put you in the holiday spirit. A Christmas Story will be showing at the Marblehead Little Theatre on Friday at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door.  Cookies For Cats --  Homemade cookies and hot cocoa will be available for a suggested …

Hopefully the shopping is done and now is the time to have fun. Whether it's taking in a show at the high school or singing at the Marblehead Arts Association, or even going on a scavenger hunt downtown - there are plenty of seasonal, fun things to do before we settle into the winter doldrums.  Hunt - MarbleheadPatch is running a holiday scavenger hunt. The first clue was released Thursday but that doesn't mean, you missed your chance. Try to figure out the location of a mystery Patch item in town. Go to the location, find the item and take your picture with it then post the picture on our …

You won't be able to miss the events and activities planned to get into the spirit this weekend. From caroling, to shopping deals to plenty of hot chocolate to go around, head downtown for some holiday cheer. Here are just 5 of many things to do this weekend in town:   Sing -- They are already on the radio so let's fill the streets with them as well. The Old North Church will play host to two Christmas Concerts this weekend. This is the 30th year of the annual concerts.  Performances are Saturday 8pm and Sunday 7:30pm. Bundle Up -- Head to Abbot Hall Friday night for the annual tree lighting…

It's officially the holiday season and the countdown is on:  Just 5 days until Hanukkah and 4 weeks until Christmas. Let's try to make it not so much about shopping and instead, try to take in some of the beautiful holiday events and sites this season. Practice Makes Perfect -- Get your graham crackers and royal icing ready - the 2010 Gingerbread Festival starts Thursday at the Lee Mansion. On Wednesday, for $5 a person or $10 a family, create and donate a gingerbread house to be on display during the Christmas Walk. Creations will be on display Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. (those who donated …

This time next week you will be sorting through all your holiday purchases from Black Friday, right? Maybe or maybe not but until then, let's celebrate all the fun things to do in town and maybe start our holiday shopping along the way. Movie Night -- Spy Month continues at the Marblehead Little Theatre with Dr. No, from 1962. Cozy up in the theatre and watch the movie with friends and family. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  Shop -- Time to stock up on your Thanksgiving essencials. The Marblehead Farmers' Market will be back this Saturday with a special market full of seasonal produce and pies. Get …

It's the calm before the storm - the Holidays that is. Before your every free second is taken up with shopping, baking, entertaining and caroling, take some time to relax around town. Here are 5 things to do this weekend.  Catch a Movie - Just in case you didn't know, November is Spy Month. Stop by the Marblehead Little Theatre tonight to see "The Spy who Came in from the Cold." Doors open at 6:30 for the 7 p.m. show. Sharpen Up -With Thanksgiving right around the corner, now is the perfect time to sharpen your knives. Shubies will be hosting a Kuhn Rikon Knives Demo from 12-3 p.m. on …

Now that we've packed away the decorations and purged our homes of candy, it's time to indulge the sweet tooth again - only this time, with less caloric impact. Willy Wonka will open this weekend but that's not all. There are plenty of things to do this weekend to celebrate the arts in town.  Shop - Never too early to pick up a few things for holiday gifts. Baked Beads 7th Annual Sale, with lots more bargains, wallets, purses, gloves, scarves, jewelry and more is today and  Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge 62 Pleasant St.  Indulge - Marblehead Little Theatre's "Willy …

Marblehead is alive with color right now. Nothing beats the crunch of leaves and the smell of wood stoves in the air. The weather should be brisk and this weekend is shaping up to be the perfect Halloween. Check out the activities below to get out of the house and enjoy Marblehead now, before we are sloshing around in snow. Party - The Board Members of the Marblehead Family Fund are holding their third annual Halloween costume party at the VFW Hall Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Book your sitter, grab your friends and get your costume ready. DJ and cash bar will be available. Prizes will be awarded …

It's the bewitching season but around these parts, it's also traffic season. Here are five things to do, most of which, will keep you in town and out of gridlock. Make sure to get to the last Farmers' Market of the season to stock up on veggies before your family goes into a sugar rush come next weekend.  Say Goodbye To The Fair -- Saturday will be the last regular Farmers' Market for the Season.  However the Farmers' Market will open one more time on Saturday November 20, for a pre-Thanksgiving encore.  Fall crops such as winter squash, carrots, potatoes, apples, onions and cabbage should be…

While today may be a wash out, the weekend won't be a total loss. According to the National Weather Service, wet, blustery and chilly weather will move out Friday afternoon and overcast skies will clear by Saturday afternoon.  So bundle up and check out these town events this weekend.  Wind Down -- It's the second to last Farmers' Market so get your fall crops while you can. According to organizers,  the first frost is likely this week which would accelerate the decline.  Tomatoes, summer squash and corn are only available in small quantities. In addition to produce farms, there are cheese, …

It's a long weekend so breath a sign of relief and choose some ways to get out in the community and explore what it has to offer without going too far away.  Applaud -- Marblehead Little Theatre is back at it with their production of "Almost, Maine." The highly acclaimed production that appeared off-Broadway in 2005 and continues to receive honors from coast to coast, is directed by Brianne Beatrice, who most recently directed Italian-American Reconciliation for MLT. The play takes place on a cold, winter night as the northern lights hover over the remote town of Almost, Maine. But according …

There is no shortage of events going on in town this weekend. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this is the perfect weekend to take part in the Walk Around The Neck.  Family activities also abound, whether it be Touch A Truck Day or a concert, we hope you'll find something to do in town this weekend. Touch --  Touch a Truck this weekend, sponsored by the Marblehead Family Fund. Families can come out at 11 a.m. Sunday and for a $5 per person/$20 per family ticket, see a variety of trucks from local emergency personnel and even take a ride on Thomas The Train (additional $3/…

Half marathons, cider, hay rides and football mean fall in Marblehead. This weekend, there are a plethora of activities to choose from so choose well and maximize your time downtown. Back To School - Marblehead High School will take on Lynn Classical tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Lynn. This is a big game for Marblehead and they are hoping Headers turn out to cheer them on.  Run - There are still spots available in the Wicked Half Marathon. The course is a scenic 13.1 miles from Salem, into Marblehead and back. Run for the Plummer Home for Boys in Salem or the American Diabetes Association. Go Green…