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It's Time To Firm Up Your Weekend Plans

Celebrate Christmas in July, preview the used book sale and more!

Another Thursday has arrived, and you still have no plans for the weekend.

 

Patch is coming to the rescue once again, bringing you the best bets for your free time. Check our picks for the local activities you won’t want to miss this weekend. Enjoy!

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Where/When: Rascals Food & Fun, 6616 Ruppsville Rd., Allentown; Friday, 5 p.m. – midnight.

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Why Go: Enjoy a fun night of celebration, including prizes, give aways, live music, drink specials and free bumper car admission when you wear your Christmas gear!

Pricing: Admission is free.

2.    USED BOOK SALE PREVIEW 

Where/When: Lehigh Career and Technical Institute, 4500 Education park, Schnecksville; Friday, 3:30 – 8:30 pm

Why Go: Be the first to check out the great finds at this annual book sale. Proceeds benefit Parkland Community Library.

Pricing: $10 donation for adults; $3 for children; Free for Friends of Parkland Community Library members

3.    WINE ON THE MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL 

Where/When:  Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe; Saturday and Sunday, noon – 5 pm

Why Go: The Breinigsville winery, Clover Hill, invites you to “hit the road” and enjoy a sampling of wines and the scenery at Penn’s Peak. The afternoon includes live music, artisans and crafters selling goods and food.

Pricing: $14 in advance; $16 at the door.

4.    MESA PERFORMS LIVE

Where/When: The Leather Corner Post Bar & Grille, 6855 Horseshoe Rd., Orefield; Saturday, 9:30 p.m – 12:30 am

Why Go: This local band’s repertoire consists of today’s hottest country hits; classic country; Southern rock from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and more!

Pricing: No cover

5.    STACKED, STUFFED AND TOPPED 

Where/When: Applebee’s, 7150 Hamilton Blvd., Trexlertown; Everyday

Why Go: Build yourself the perfect meal with the new stacked, stuffed and topped entrees.

Pricing: Starting at $9.99.

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