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<generator>Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/</generator><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas For The Weekend Of March 26-28</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2010/03/25/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-march-26-28/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2010/03/25/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-march-26-28/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2010/03/25/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-march-26-28/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2010/03/weekender-popcorn.jpg" /><br />
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While it's the second weekend of Spring and there's gorgeous weather outside, there's also fantastic movies at the theater. Be sure to take the kids to see <a href="http://insidemovies.moviefone.com/2010/03/23/how-to-train-your-dragon-screening-winners-announced/" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">How To Train Your Dragon</span></a> -- the whole family will love it.<br />
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If you want to do something big this weekend, check out our big six events for comedy, food and Easter egg hunts. For ideas near you, check out our other suggestions for activities you can do closer to home.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br />
</span>This week's Big Six feature food fests, stories and hidden eggs:<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.when.com/airway-heights-wa/events/show/103956505-penn-teller" target="_blank">Penn &amp; Teller</a> in Airway Heights, Wash.<br />
</span>Enjoy a night of comedy and magic at Northern Quest Casino this Friday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events/show/104501785-roadfood-festival-opening-night-party" target="_blank">Road Food Festival</a> in New Orleans, La.<br />
</span>Get a taste of great food from all over the country Friday through Sunday. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />
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3. <a href="http://www.when.com/milwaukee-wi/events/show/92672985-story-time-in-the-galleries" target="_blank">Story Time in the Galleries</a> in Milwaukee, Wisc.<br />
</span>Visit the Milwaukee Art Museum to hear a story about art this Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events/show/107892225-duchess-50th-birthday">Duchess' 50th Birthday</a> in Phoenix, Ariz.</span></span><br />
Join the Pheonix Zoo Saturday as they celebrate their Bornean orangutan's big birthday.</p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/dublin-oh/events/show/108134885-out-of-this-world-easter-egg-hunt">Out of This World Easter Egg Hunt</a> in Dublin, Ohio<br />
</span>Bring the kids to enjoy this fantastic Spring event this Sunday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />
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6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/dublin-oh/events/show/108134885-out-of-this-world-easter-egg-hunt">Spring Arts and Craft Festival</a> in St. Simons, Ga.<br />
</span>Drop in for a little creative time at the 17th annual arts and craft fest this Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />
Spring has sprung so get yourself a scoop of <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2010/03/25/most-creative-ice-cream-scoops-across-the-country/">creative ice cream.</a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />
1. Check out the <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2010/02/25/tasting-americas-regional-foods-coast-to-coast/">regional foods</a> near you.<br />
2. Indulge this weekend with a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351">decadent dessert.</a><br />
3. Bring a group of friends to share a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=9">tapas meal.</a><br />
4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40">under $15.</a><br />
Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />
Be sure to catch the amazing <a target="_blank" href="http://insidemovies.moviefone.com/2010/03/23/how-to-train-your-dragon-screening-winners-announced/"><span style="font-style: italic;">How To Train Your Dragon</span></a> this weekend!<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />
1. John Cusack goes back in time this weekend in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/92125-hot-tub-time-machine"><span style="font-style: italic;">Hot Tub Time Machine.</span></a><br />
2. Amanda Seyfried and Julianne Moore face off in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/107845-chloe"><span style="font-style: italic;">Chloe.</span></a><br />
3. Ben Stiller plays a confused 40-year-old man in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/110005-greenberg"><span style="font-style: italic;">Greenberg.</span></a><br />
4. If you haven't seen <a style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/11500-alice-in-wonderland">Alice in Wonderland</a>, see it in 3-D this weekend.<br />
<a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />
It's finally Spring so find somewhere to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=outdoor+seating&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=25&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=">sit outdoors</a> with your friends.<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />
1. Meet some out-of-towners at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=14&amp;st=venue">nearby hotel bar. </a><br />
2. Save a little cash and go to <a href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10" target="_blank">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />
3. Check out a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />
4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">trendy nightclub.</a><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />
Treat the kids to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=44&amp;st=venue">a day at the zoo.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br />
<span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />
1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">outdoor activities.</a><br />
2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">history museum.<br />
</a>3. Sign up for an <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">art class</a> with your little one.<br />
4. Check out one of these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/" target="_blank">awesome planetariums.<br />
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<div align="center"><strong><strong>Weekend QuickFinder: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">Dining</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/venues">Nightlife</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=7">Live Music</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=event&amp;swhat=&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10">More</a></strong><br />
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<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/minneapolis-mn/events/show/107250285-the-arts-of-community">Arts of Community</a> in Minneapolis, Minn.<br /></span>Learn about the arts within the South Minneapolis community this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/portland-me/events/show/99358485-brian-regan">Brian Regan Live</a> in Portland, Maine<br /></span>Have a laugh with stand up Brian Regan on Sunday night.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Discover some <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2010/02/25/tasting-americas-regional-foods-coast-to-coast/">regional foods</a> near you. Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Impress a first date with dinner at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=24">French restaurant.</a><br />2. Indulge this weekend with a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351">decadent dessert.</a><br />3. Bring a group of friends to share a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=9">tapas meal.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Jude Law stars in this weekend's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/106625-repo-men"><span style="font-style: italic;">Repo Men.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Dakota Fanning and Kristen Stewart team up in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/67585-the-runaways"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Runaways.</span></a><br />2. Jennifer Aniston faces off against Gerard Butler in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/105665-the-bounty-hunter"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Bounty Hunter.</span></a><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/105845-diary-of-a-wimpy-kid"><span style="font-style: italic;">Diary of A Wimpy Kid</span></a> delves into the life of a wise cracking middle schooler.<br />4. Check out the thrilling foreign film <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47244-the-girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo-man-som-hatar-kvinnor"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />It's finally Spring so find somewhere to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=outdoor+seating&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=25&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=">sit outdoors</a> with your friends.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Meet some out-of-towners at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=14&amp;st=venue">nearby hotel bar. </a><br />2. Save a little cash and go to <a href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10" target="_blank">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />3. Check out a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=44&amp;st=venue">a day at the zoo.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/" target="_blank">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/03/18/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-march-19-21/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19405562/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2010/03/18/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-march-19-21/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/03/18/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-march-19-21/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-03-18T16:15:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas For The Weekend Of Feb. 19-21</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2010/02/19/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-feb-19-21/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2010/02/19/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-feb-19-21/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2010/02/19/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-feb-19-21/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img border="0" hspace="4" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2010/02/springish_weekender.jpg"  /><br /><br />Just a few more weeks of winter and we may finally see a sign of Spring. Get a start on the season and get out of the house for a little fun. <br /><br />If you need some ideas, peer through our big six events across the country. If you can't make it to any of those, use our suggestions for fun that you can find right around the corner.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six feature Valentine's races, Mardi Gras parties and Disney magic:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a href="http://www.when.com/austin-tx/events/show/101142985-2010-oscar-shorts-animated-shorts" target="_blank">2010 Oscar Shorts</a> in Austin, Texas<br /></span>Get a sneak peak at this year's Oscar-nominated animated shorts tonight.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a href="http://www.when.com/tempe-az/events/show/99594645-arizona-mills-mall-in-tempe-hosts-childrens-author-tamicia-currie" target="_blank">Children's Author Tamicia Currie</a> in Tempe, Ariz.<br /></span>Enjoy a Saturday afternoon with the kids as the children's author reads her latest. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a href="http://www.when.com/cornwall-on-hudson-ny/events/show/90137765-maple-sugar-festival-for-opening-day" target="_blank">Maple Sugar Festival</a> in Cornwall on Hudson, N.Y.<br /></span>Check out opening day tours of the second annual festival this Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">4. <a href="http://www.when.com/chicago-il/events/show/98099485-winter-dance-fest" target="_blank">Winter Dance Festival</a> in Chicago, Ill.</span></span><br />Take a dance lesson before dancing the night away this weekend. </p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events/show/91763385-theatresports-seattle" target="_blank">TheatreSports</a> in Seattle, Wash.<br /></span>Laugh yourself silly while enjoying this show, Seattle's longest running.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events/show/89346903-legends-of-st-louis-blues-music" target="_blank">Legends of St. Louis Blues Music</a> in St. Louis, Mo.<br /></span>Experience the evolution of St. Louis Blues through images on display.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Warm up the winter weekend with a <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2010/02/18/sweetest-hot-chocolates-to-heat-up-a-long-winter/">great cup of hot chocolate.</a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Impress a first date with dinner at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=24">French restaurant.</a><br />2. Indulge this weekend with a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351">decadent dessert.</a><br />3. Bring a group of friends to share a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=9">tapas meal.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Leonardo DiCaprio takes on a frightening role in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/84025-shutter-island"><span style="font-style: italic;">Shutter Island.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Ewan McGregor discovers a political scandal in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/86285-the-ghost-writer"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Ghost Writer.</span></a><br />2. Parker Posey and Demi Moore team up in the new drama <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/90645-happy-tears"><span style="font-style: italic;">Happy Tears.</span></a><br />3. A successful Wall Street star may cause his own downfall in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/89085-the-good-guy"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Good Guy.</span></a><br />4. The holiday may have passed but <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/54445-valentines-day"><span style="font-style: italic;">Valentine's Day</span></a> the movie is still in theaters.<br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Start celebrating St. Pat's early: head to a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=306">local Irish pub.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Meet some out-of-towners at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=14&amp;st=venue">nearby hotel bar. </a><br />2. Save a little cash and go to <a href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10" target="_blank">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />3. Check out a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=44&amp;st=venue">a day at the zoo.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/" target="_blank">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events">New Orleans</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events">Newark</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events">OKC</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events">Orlando</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events">Phoenix</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events">Portland</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events">Raleigh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events">Sacramento</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events">San Antonio</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events">San Diego</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events">San Fran</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events">Seattle</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events">St. Louis</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events">St. Paul</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a href="http://www.when.com/minneapolis-mn/events/show/89210761-hedda-gabler" target="_blank">Hedda Gabler</a> in Minneapolis, Minn.<br /></span>Take a date to this weekend to see a fantastic production of Henrik Ibsen's classic.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.when.com/nashville-tn/events/show/100682605-music-city-mardi-gras-2010" target="_blank">Music City Mardi Gras 2010</a> in Nashville, Tenn.<br /></span>Celebrate Fat Tuesday Nashville-style for a good cause this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=24" target="_blank"> Need reservations? Move quick for some </a><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/28/twenty-romantic-restaurants-we-love-across-the-country/" target="_blank">great romantic restaurants.</a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Impress your Valentine with dinner at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=24" target="_blank">French restaurant.</a><br />2. Indulge your love this weekend with a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351" target="_blank">decadent dessert.</a><br />3. Opt for cheap eats and order a sandwich at the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=288">local deli.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40" target="_blank">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />What movie is more fitting for this weekend than the aptly named <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/54445-valentines-day" target="_blank" style="font-style: italic;">Valentine's Day.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. The kids will love <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/78005-percy-jackson-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Percy Jackson &amp; The Olympians: Lightening Thief.</span></a><br />2. Benicio Del Toro transforms with the full moon in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/78345-the-wolfman" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Wolfman.</span></a><br />3. <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/83965-my-name-is-khan" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">My Name Is Khan</span></a> tells an inspiring story about one man's travels.<br />4. Buy tickets to <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48213-avatar" target="_blank"><em>Avatar</em></a> while you still have the chance to see it in 3-D<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Meet your single friend's for an anti-Valentine drink at your <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">local bar.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Take your Valentine <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4">out dancing</a> this weekend. <br />2. Save a little cash and go to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />3. Check out a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Take the little ones <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">out to dance</a> this Valentine's Day. Also check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/carmel-in/events/show/92794445-pajamarama">Pajama Rama</a> in Carmel, Ind.<br /></span>Cuddle up to nature at this pajama party for the whole family.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/boston-ma/events/show/87123177-boston-symphony-orchestra">Boston Symphony Orchestra</a> in Boston, Mass. <br /></span>Listen to classical music performed beautifully on Friday night.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Take a trip to South America with a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=313">Argentinean eats.</a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Go out for some sushi or udon at a local <a href="http://www.when.com/search?cuisine=291&amp;st=restaurant" target="_blank">Japanese restaurant.</a><br />2. Indulge this weekend with a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351" target="_blank">decadent dessert.</a><br />3. Opt for cheap eats and order a sandwich at the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=288">local deli.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40" target="_blank">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Bring a box of tissues to this weekend's tear jerker <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/70985-dear-john" target="_blank"><em>Dear John.</em></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. John Travolta gets a little action in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/72325-from-paris-with-love" target="_blank"><em>From Paris with Love.</em></a><br />2. Three snowboarders battle the cold in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/66365-frozen" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Frozen.</span></a><br />3. Mel Gibson is still uncovering government secrets in <a href="http://www.moviefone.com/movie/edge-of-darkness/33842/main" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Edge of Darkness.</span></a><br />4. Buy tickets to <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48213-avatar" target="_blank"><em>Avatar</em></a> while you still have the chance to see it in 3-D<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Dance off the holiday calories at that <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">hot nightclub</a> downtown.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Save a little cash and go to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />2. Take someone you really like <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4">out dancing</a> this weekend.<br />3. Check out a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to a little live music at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=7&amp;kids=0.7">kid-friendly concert.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events" target="_blank">New Orleans</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events" target="_blank">Newark</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events" target="_blank">OKC</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events" target="_blank">Orlando</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events" target="_blank">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events" target="_blank">Phoenix</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events" target="_blank">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events" target="_blank">Portland</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events" target="_blank">Raleigh</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events" target="_blank">Sacramento</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events" target="_blank">San Antonio</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events" target="_blank">San Diego</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events" target="_blank">San Fran</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events" target="_blank">Seattle</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events" target="_blank">St. Louis</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events" target="_blank">St. Paul</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events" target="_blank">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a href="http://www.when.com/" target="_blank">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/02/02/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-feb-5-7/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19341560/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2010/02/02/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-feb-5-7/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/02/02/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-feb-5-7/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-02-02T10:42:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Jan. 29-31</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/26/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-29-31/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2010/01/26/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-29-31/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/26/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-29-31/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2010/01/weekender_fireplace.jpg"  /><br /><br />Make sure you keep warm this weekend but don't let the cold keep you inside on the couch the entire time either. Have some fun that doesn't involve primetime TV or DVD rentals.<br /><br />Check out the fun you could be having at one of our big six events. But if you aren't in town for any of those, find something that you can do right around the corner with our fun weekender suggestions.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six feature circus acts, folk music and burlesque:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/birmingham-al/events/show/88887331-ringling-bros-bb-circus">Ringling Bros Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus</a> in Birmingham, Ala.<br /></span>Be amazed by the sights and sounds at the Greatest Show on Earth this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/denham-springs-la/events/show/97892185-2nd-annual-freezin-for-a-reason">Second Annual Freezin' for a Reason</a> in Denham Springs, La.<br /></span>Take a polar plunge and have a great time while benefiting the local Special Olympics. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events/show/89077034-speech-and-debate" target="_blank">Speech And Debate</a> in Seattle, Wash.<br /></span>Catch this unique play at the Seattle Repertory Theatre this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">4. </span><a href="http://www.when.com/ann-arbor-mi/events/show/89311815-ann-arbor-folk-festival" target="_blank">Ann Arbor Folk Festival</a> in Ann Arbor, Mich.</span><br />Enjoy the best in folk music at this weekend's fest, now in its 33rd year. </p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a href="http://www.when.com/buena-park-ca/events/show/96735345-knotts-berry-farm-can-food-drive-2010" target="_blank">Knott's Berry Farm Can Food Drive</a> in Buena Park, Calif.<br /></span>Donate non-perishable food items and get a great discount on admission.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.when.com/minneapolis-mn/events/show/88876836-the-best-of-midwest-burlesk-festival-2010" target="_blank">The Best of Midwest Burlesk Festival</a> in Minneapolis, Minn. <br /></span>The adults in the family will really enjoy this show full of comedy, burlesque and jazz.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Take a trip to South America with a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=313" target="_blank">Argentinean eats.</a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Go out for some sushi or udon at a local <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?cuisine=291&amp;st=restaurant">Japanese restaurant.</a><br />2. Indulge this weekend with a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351">decadent dessert.</a><br />3. Opt for cheap eats and order a sandwich at the <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=288" target="_blank">local deli.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Kristen Bell woos Josh Duhamel in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47536-when-in-rome"><em>When In Rome.</em></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Mel Gibson gets mean in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/66145-edge-of-darkness"><em>Edge of Darkness.</em></a><br />2. A compulsive gambler is tested in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.moviefone.com/movie/saint-john-of-las-vegas/1438909/main?icid=movsmartsearch"><em>Saint John of Las Vegas.<span style="font-style: italic;"></span></em></a><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.moviefone.com/movie/north-face/1413707/main"><em>North Face</em></a> tells the story of mountain climbers from Nazi Germany.<br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48213-avatar"><em>Avatar</em></a> won the box office again this week.<br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Dance off the holiday calories at that <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">hot nightclub</a> downtown.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Save a little cash and go to <a href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10" target="_blank">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />2. Take someone you really like <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4" target="_blank">out dancing</a> this weekend.<br />3. Check out a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to a little live music at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=7&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">kid-friendly concert.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/" target="_blank">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events">New Orleans</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events">Newark</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events">OKC</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events">Orlando</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events">Phoenix</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events">Portland</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events">Raleigh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events">Sacramento</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events">San Antonio</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events">San Diego</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events">San Fran</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events">Seattle</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events">St. Louis</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events">St. Paul</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/26/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-29-31/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19332348/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2010/01/26/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-29-31/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/26/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-29-31/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-26T15:26:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Jan. 22-24</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/20/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-22-24/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2010/01/20/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-22-24/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/20/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-22-24/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2010/01/weekender_sled.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />The winter will be over before you know it so head outside and enjoy the snow while you can. If you're more into indoor fun, there's plenty of indoor activities you can take part in this weekend.<br /><br />Check out our big six events across the nation. You might be in the neighborhood for one of them. Or find something to do right outside your door.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six feature restaurants, pirates and symphony:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a href="http://www.when.com/kalamazoo-mi/events/show/89204784-coopers-glen-music-festival" target="_blank">Cooper's Glen Music Festival</a> in Kalamazoo, Mich.<br /></span>Enjoy the great sounds of Cooper's Glen this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events/show/89449219-san-diego-restaurant-week" target="_blank">San Diego Restaurant Week</a> in San Diego, Cali.<br /></span>Take advantage of great deals and great food starting this weekend. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/denver-co/events/show/96867045-7dancers-presents-legends-jan-2223">7Dancers Presents "Legends"</a> in Denver, Colo.<br /></span>See a beautiful show including some of your favorite music Friday and Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">4. </span><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/dallas-tx/events/show/89450281-how-i-became-a-pirate">How I Became a Pirate</a> in Dallas, Tex.</span><br />Bring the whole family to this fun, light-hearted play, premiering Saturday. </p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events/show/88480305-the-phoenix-symphony-vivaldipiazzolla-eight-seasons">The Phoenix Symphony</a> in Phoenix, Ariz.<br /></span>Listen to an amazing group perform Vivaldi this Friday night.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/las-vegas-nv/events/show/89209477-the-beatles-love">The Beatle "Love"</a> in Las Vegas, Nev. <br /></span>Be amazed by the Cirque du Soleil performers as they dance to Beatles music.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Pretend you're on an exotic vacation this long weekend -- order up <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=57">Caribbean eats</a> to enhance the illusion. Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Relax this weekend and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=80">order pizza</a> instead of cooking.<br />2. Craving a burrito? Find nighborhood <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=21">Mexican restaurants.</a><br />3. Opt for cheap eats and order a sandwich at the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=288">local deli.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40" target="_blank">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />The Rock dons a tutu in his new family comedy <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/61285-the-tooth-fairy"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Tooth Fairy.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Angels come to Earth to wipe out mankind in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/60865-legion"><span style="font-style: italic;">Legion.</span></a><br />2. <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/54165-creation" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Creation</span></a> takes a peek into the life of Charles Darwin.<br />3. Brendan Fraser and Harrison Ford save lives in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/61765-extraordinary-measures" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Extraordinary Measures.</span></a><br />4. Check out <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/57525-the-book-of-eli" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Book of Eli</span></a>, last week's big box office winner.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Dance off the holiday calories at that <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">hot nightclub</a> downtown.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Save a little cash and go to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />2. Take someone you really like <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4">out dancing</a> this weekend.<br />3. Check out a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to a little live music at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=7&amp;kids=0.7">kid-friendly concert.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/20/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-22-24/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19323122/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2010/01/20/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-22-24/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/20/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-22-24/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-20T17:38:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas For The Weekend of Jan. 15-17</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/12/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-15-17/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2010/01/12/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-15-17/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/12/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-15-17/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2010/01/weekender_jan15.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />Depending on where you are in the country, you may have had a recent brush with a small (or large) snow storm. But don't let that keep you from finding something fun to do (that doesn't involve your couch) this weekend.<br /><br />Take a peak at our big six events for this weekend. Of course, if you can't make it to one of those six happenings, then hang around your own neck of the woods with our great weekender suggestions.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six feature snow, sports and theatre:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a href="http://www.when.com/aspen-co/events/show/95130325-winterskol-epic-steep-decades-deep" target="_blank">Winterskol: Epic Steep Decades Deep</a> in Aspen, Colo.<br /></span>Celebrate the season at winter's most popular playground this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a href="http://www.when.com/ashland-or/events/show/87896788-rogue-valley-blues-festival" target="_blank">Rogue Valley Blues Festival</a> in Ashland, Ore.<br /></span>Tap your foot and enjoy talented jazz musicians at Ashland Historic Armory. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a href="http://www.when.com/olympic-valley-ca/events/show/91470785-olympic-heritage-celebration" target="_blank">Olympic Heritage Celebration</a> in Olympic Valley, Calif.<br /></span>Take part in Lake Tahoe's festivities recalling the fun of the 1960 Winter Olympics.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">4. </span><a href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events/show/94260745-16th-annual-hair-o-the-dog" target="_blank">16th Annual Hair O' The Dog</a> in Philadelphia, Pa.</span><br />Party into the early morning hours at this popular high-style black-tie affair. </p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a href="http://www.when.com/west-palm-beach-fl/events/show/92285125-south-florida-fair" target="_blank">South Florida Fair</a> in West Palm Beach, Fla.<br /></span>Ride rides, rock out to live music and enjoy all the fun at the fair, kicking off this Friday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.when.com/minneapolis-mn/events/show/92398265-bent-broadway-broadway-on-a-budget" target="_blank">Bent Broadway</a> in Minneapolis, Minn. <br /></span>Support the arts by attending entertaining evening to benefit local theatre.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Pretend you're on an exotic vacation this long weekend -- order up <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=57" target="_blank">Caribbean eats</a> to enhance the illusion. Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Relax this weekend and <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=80" target="_blank">order pizza</a> instead of cooking.<br />2. Craving a burrito? Find nighborhood <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=21" target="_blank">Mexican restaurants.</a><br />3. Opt for cheap eats and order a sandwich at the <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=288" target="_blank">local deli.</a><br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Denzel Washington hits the big screen this weekend in his action thriller <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/57525-book-of-eli" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Book of Eli.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. The whole family will love Jackie Chan in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/58545-the-spy-next-door" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Spy Next Door.</span></a><br />2. Be sure to check out the blockbuster hit <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45263-avatar-3d" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">Avatar.</span></a><br />3. Disney's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47778-the-princess-and-the-frog"><em>The Princess and the Frog</em></a> delights the little ones.<br />4. Sandra Bullock is still wow-ing audiences with her role in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47358-the-blind-side" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Blind Side.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Dance off the holiday calories at that <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">hot nightclub</a> downtown.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Save a little cash and go to <a href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10" target="_blank">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />2. Take someone you really like <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4" target="_blank">out dancing</a> this weekend.<br />3. Check out a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">trendy nightclub.</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to a little live music at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=7&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">kid-friendly concert.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/" target="_blank">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/12/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-15-17/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19313701/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2010/01/12/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-15-17/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/12/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-15-17/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-12T15:04:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas For The Weekend Of Jan. 8-10</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/04/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-8-10/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2010/01/04/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-8-10/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2010/01/04/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-8-10/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2010/01/snow_weekender.jpg"  /><br /><br />It might be a touch cold outside but that's no reason to stay inside all weekend long. Bundle up and find something fun to do that doesn't involve your couch.<br /><br />For a few wintry ideas, check out our big six this weekend and try out an oatmeal festival or celebrate Elvis' birthday. Or use one of our other suggestions to find something to do in your own neighborhood.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six feature tango, music and motorcycle racing:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sarasota-fl/events/show/89249091-12th-annual-thunder-by-the-bay-motorcycle-festival">Thunder by the Bay Motorcycle Festival</a> in Sarasota, Fla.<br /></span>Lend a hand to children's charities while enjoying bikes, bands and barbecue.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/lafayette-co/events/show/91558345-lafayette-quaker-oatmeal-festival">Lafayette Quaker Oatmeal Festival</a> in Lafayette, Colo.<br /></span>Have a ball with the family while learning how to adopt a healthy lifestyle. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/newport-or/events/show/92776625-family-sleepover">Family Sleepover at Oregon Coast Aquarium</a> in Newport, Ore.<br /></span>Spend the night with some underwater friends before getting a special tour.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">4. </span><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/woonsocket-ri/events/show/88746261-rhode-island-in-the-time-of-lincoln-exhibit">Rhode Island in the Time of Lincoln</a> in Woonsocket, R.I.</span><br />Rediscover Rhode Island the way President Lincoln saw it. </p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/memphis-tn/events/show/88729435-elvis-birthday-celebration-elvis-dance-party">Elvis Birthday Celebration</a> in Memphis, Tenn.<br /></span>Remember the King on what would have been his 75th birthday this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/tempe-az/events/show/89329823-6th-annual-christmas-dance-concert">Christmas Dance Concert</a> in Phoenix, Ariz. <br /></span>The holiday may have passed but you can still get in a little celebrating this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Slip out of the house to get a nice <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=283">juicy steak.</a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Stay warm indoors and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=80">order pizza</a> for the whole family.<br />2. Add some spice to the weekend with a little <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=517">Tex-Mex food.</a><br />3. Head to a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=12">seafood restaurant </a>and get fresh fish.<br />4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40" target="_blank">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/" target="_blank">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />You or your girlfriend, wife or better half may be very interested in seeing Amy Adams in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/55365-leap-year"><span style="font-style: italic;">Leap Year.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Witness a very frightening future in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/55265-daybreakers"><span style="font-style: italic;">Daybreakers.</span></a><br />2. See Michael Cera as an innocent teen and his alter ego in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48390-youth-in-revolt"><span style="font-style: italic;">Youth in Revolt.</span></a><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48007-crazy-on-the-outside"><span style="font-style: italic;">Crazy on the Outside</span></a> features the very funny Tim Allen.<a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45937-the-secret-of-her-eyes-el-secreto-de-sus-ojos"><br /></a>4. Make sure you catch George Clooney in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/38118-up-in-the-air"><span style="font-style: italic;">Up in the Air.</span></a><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on when.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Have a relaxing drink with your close friends at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue">neighborhood bar.</a> <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Save a little cash and go to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?kids=&amp;st=any&amp;swhat=happy+hour&amp;swhen=&amp;swhere=&amp;srad=75&amp;complexity=basic&amp;search=true&amp;svt=text&amp;srss=10">happy hour</a> with coworkers.<br />2. Take someone you really like <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=4">out dancing</a> this weekend.<br />3. Check out a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue">local comedy club</a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Get all dolled up and strut your stuff at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">trendy nightclub.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Treat the kids to a little live music at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=7&amp;kids=0.7">kid-friendly concert.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. It may be chilly so warm up with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=9&amp;kids=0.7">outdoor activities.</a><br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue">history museum.<br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7">art class</a> with your little one.<br />4. Check out one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/">awesome planetariums.<br /></a><br /> </p>
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events" target="_blank">New Orleans</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events" target="_blank">Newark</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events" target="_blank">OKC</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events" target="_blank">Orlando</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events" target="_blank">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events" target="_blank">Phoenix</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events" target="_blank">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events" target="_blank">Portland</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events" target="_blank">Raleigh</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events" target="_blank">Sacramento</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events" target="_blank">San Antonio</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events" target="_blank">San Diego</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events" target="_blank">San Fran</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events" target="_blank">Seattle</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events" target="_blank">St. Louis</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events" target="_blank">St. Paul</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events" target="_blank">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a href="http://www.when.com/" target="_blank">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/04/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-8-10/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19301921/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2010/01/04/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-8-10/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2010/01/04/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-8-10/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2010-01-04T17:46:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Jan. 1-3</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/12/29/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-1-3/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/12/29/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-1-3/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/12/29/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-jan-1-3/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" height="305" border="0" width="441" vspace="4" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/12/72908954.jpg" style="width: 420px; height: 281px;" alt="The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Jan. 1-3" /><br /><br />One of the biggest party weekends is almost here. It's time to ring in 2010, make those New Year's resolutions and over-imbibe with lots of bubbly. If you don't have New Year's plans yet, don't fret. We've got plenty of ideas to make this weekend one to remember.<br /><br />Check out our Big Six must-attend events, plus find fun things to do right in your own neck of the woods.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six feature tango, music and motorcycle racing:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://sandiegotangofestival.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">San Diego Tango Festival</span></a> - San Diego, Calif.<br /></span>Get ready to dance away 2009 at this weekend-long groove fest.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.jamcruise.com/2010/home.php"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Jam Cruise 8</span></a> - Fort Lauderdale, Fla.<br /></span>Hop aboard Jam Cruise for the greatest musical adventure at sea. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/pigeon-forge-tn/events/show/86718194-dollywoods-smoky-mountain-christmas"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas</span></a> - Pigeon Forge, Tenn.<br /></span>Don't miss the final days of the Smokies' most spectacular light display.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">4. </span><a target="_blank" href="http://www.muskegonmotorcycleclub.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">American Motorcyclist Association Ice Racing</span></a> - Grant, Mich.</span><br />Rev up the new year with some exhilarating motorcycle races on ice. </p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/boston-ma/events/show/88977542-paperfest-2009"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Paperfest 2009</span></a> - Boston, Mass.<br /></span>Take the little ones out for slam-dunk recycling and paper chain making.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/key-biscayne-fl/events/show/89455330-the-holiday-light-up"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Winter Nights and Lights</span></a> - Key Biscayne, Fla. <br /></span>There's still time to see the Miami Seaquarium's dazzling holiday lights.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br /> Go out for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=351" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">some dessert</span></a> to celebrate the new year. Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Check out these spectacular <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/14/dine-prix-fixe-style-this-new-years-eve/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">prix fixe New Year's menus. </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></a><a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/"><br /></a>2. Fill up on <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=6"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">delicious pasta</span></a> before heading out to party.<a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=504" target="_blank"><br /></a>3. Find the best restaurants for a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">post-hangover meal.</span><br /></a>4. See where you can dine out on a dime for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">under $15. </span></a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/" target="_blank">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Meryl Streep is taking the box office by storm in her comedy about divorce with benefits, <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/51805-its-complicated" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">It's Complicated.</span><br style="font-style: italic;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. A headstrong heiress rebels in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48104-the-loss-of-a-teardrop-diamond"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond.</span><br /></a>2. Explore the roots of hatred in the war drama <a style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45546-the-white-ribbon-das-weisse-band"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The White Ribbon.</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></a><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48465-alvin-and-the-chipmunks-the-squeakquel"><br style="font-style: italic;" /></a>3. A man attempts to solve an old murder in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45937-the-secret-of-her-eyes-el-secreto-de-sus-ojos"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">The Secret of Her Eyes.</span><br /></a>4. French hipsters set out to claim a remote castle in <a style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/39588-the-legacy-lheritage"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Heritage.</span></a><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span>Don't be left without plans on New Year's Eve. Check out these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/14/new-years-eve-other-ways-to-ring-in-the-new-year/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">alternative ways to ring in 2010.</span></a> Plus find out who's partying where in your city on <a target="_blank" href="http://miami.going.com/halloween">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Show off your moves at the <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hippest clubs</span></a> in your city.<br />2. Stock your party with the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/15/best-of-2009-new-booze-and-liquor/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">best booze and liquor of 2009.</span></a><br />3. Check out a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local comedy club</span></a> and enjoy a good laugh.<br />4. Make your New Year's bash a hit with these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/18/best-music-for-the-dance-floor-2009/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hot tunes.</span><br /></a>Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Don't miss the magic of the holiday season at <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/14/disneyland-resort-makes-the-holiday-season-sparkle/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Disneyland Resort.</span></a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Look for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=8&amp;kids=0.7"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">performing artists</span></a> your kids will love.<br />2. Explore an exhibit at a nearby <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">history museum.</span><br /></a>3. Sign up for an <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=1110&amp;kids=0.7"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">art class</span></a> with your little one.<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/" target="_blank"><br /></a>4. Check out one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">awesome planetariums.</span><br /></a><br /> </p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a href="http://www.when.com/jacksonville-fl/events/show/89371461-world-animal-festival" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">World Animal Festival</span></a> - Jacksonville, Fla.<br /></span>Head to the zoo for live entertainment and amazing animal encounters.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.ktla.com/community/calendar/ktla-33rdannualkwanzaagwaride,0,6853085.story" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The 33rd Annual Kwanzaa Gwaride &amp; Festival</span></a> - Los Angeles, Calif.<br /></span>Take part in mask making and cultural workshops at Leimert Park.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Restaurants around the country are gearing up to ring in 2010 with spectacular <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/14/dine-prix-fixe-style-this-new-years-eve/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">prix fixe New Year's meals.</span></a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Satisfy your cravings at a <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">neighborhood sushi bar.</span><br /></a>2. Spice up your weekend with a taste of <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=504"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Tex-Mex eats.</span><br /></a>3. Take the family out for a fun, delicious <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">fondue dinner.</span><br /></a>4. Find cheap dining spots with <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">meals under $15. </span></a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin star in the hilarious and highly-anticipated comedy about divorce with benefits, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47027-nine"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">It's Complicated.</span><br style="font-style: italic;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. The world's most brilliant mind meets his match in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/38887-sherlock-holmes" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Sherlock Holmes.</span></a><br />2. The furry brothers are back in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48465-alvin-and-the-chipmunks-the-squeakquel" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Squeakuel.</span><br style="font-style: italic;" /></a>3. Don't miss the critically-acclaimed Romanian film <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45001-police-adjective-politist-adj" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Police, Adjective.</span></a><br />4. Embark on a fantastical journey in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47372-the-imaginarium-of-doctor-parnassus" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. </span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span> Don't be left without plans on December 31. Check out the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/09/ten-top-new-years-eve-parties-from-coast-to-coast/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">top ten New Year's Eve bashes</span></a> coast to coast. Plus find out who's partying where in your city on <a href="http://miami.going.com/halloween" target="_blank">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Dance and groove all night long at your city's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hottest clubs.</span></a><br />2. Kick back with your best friends at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">neighhorhood bar.</span></a><br />3. Consider these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/14/new-years-eve-other-ways-to-ring-in-the-new-year/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">alternate ways to ring in 2010</span></a> in style. <br />4. Start stocking up on the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/09/new-years-eve-champagne-tips-best-bubblies-for-the-ball-drop/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">best bubblies for the ball drop.</span></a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/" target="_blank">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Check out one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/18/museums-celebrate-holidays-with-displays-and-exhibits/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">festive holiday displays at museums</span></a> around the country. Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Take the whole family out for an <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">ice-skating excursion.</span></a><br />2. Enjoy a fun dinner at these top <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/07/best-kid-friendly-restaurants/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">kid-friendly restaurants.</span></a><br />3. Treat the little ones to a yummy cup of <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/09/15/ten-hot-spots-for-hot-chocolate/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hot chocolate. </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></a><a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/"><br /></a>4. 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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/22/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-25-27/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19288745/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/12/22/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-25-27/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/22/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-25-27/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Lauren Lamb</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-12-22T11:36:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Dec. 18-20</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/12/15/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-18-20/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/12/15/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-18-20/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/12/15/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-18-20/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/12/santa_costume.jpg"  /><br /><br />The final weekend before Christmas usually means a frenzy of last-minute shopping. Sound all too familiar? If you're able to escape the madness at the mall (homemade goodies always make a great gift!), get out and enjoy the spirit of the season at one of the many holiday happenings taking place around the country.<br /><br />Check out our picks for this week's Big Six must-attend events or find something fun to do right in your own neck of the woods.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features film, music and festive fun at the zoo:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />1. <a href="http://www.fliff.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Fort Lauderdale International Short Film Festival</span></a> - Fort Lauderdale, Fla.<br /></span>Spend the day watching great short films and munching on holiday goodies.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a href="http://www.when.com/santa-ana-ca/events/show/88145283-holiday-with-the-critters" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Holidays with the Critters at Santa Ana Zoo</span></a> - Santa Ana, Calif.<br /></span>Santa Ana residents can enjoy this special holiday event for free this Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a href="http://www.kennedy-center.org/calendar/index.cfm?fuseaction=showEvent&amp;event=RKXBU" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">International Youth Praise Festival</span></a> - Washington, D.C.<br /></span>Head to the Kennedy Center on Friday to support young international musicians.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />4. <a href="http://www.when.com/rochester-mn/events/show/90116825-gingerbread-holiday-season-spectacular-arts-craft-show" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Gingerbread Holiday Season Spectacular Arts &amp; Craft Show</span></a> - Rochester, Minn.</span><br />Find great last-minute gifts at this two-day holiday shopping extravaganza.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">5. <a href="http://bestofnj.com/2009/11/18/kwanzaa-festival-and-marketplace-december-16-17-18-19-20-newark/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Kwanzaa Festival and Marketplace</span></a> - Newark, N.J.<br /></span>Don't miss the final days of this festive cultural and community celebration.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.laketahoeshakespeare.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival</span></a> - Incline Village, Nev.<br /></span>Check out one of the enchanting holiday shows at this annual festival. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Find restaurants around the country serving <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/10/christmas-dinner-will-be-served-at-restaurants-around-the-countr/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Christmas dinner.</span></a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Do something different and try a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Moroccan spot.</span><br /></a>2. Find a hot <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=298" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">cup of coffee</span></a> on those blustery cold days.<a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=504" target="_blank"><br /></a>3. See where to go in your town for the <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=12" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">freshest seafood.</span></a><br />4. Reward yourself after a long week with a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=283" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">nice steak dinner. </span></a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/" target="_blank">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />A sexy Nicole Kidman and Penelope Cruz star in the provocative musical <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47027-nine" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">Nine.</span><br style="font-style: italic;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. See what happens when aliens and humans collide in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48213-avatar" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Avatar. </span></a><br />2. Watch one of history's great love stories unfold in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46720-the-young-victoria" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">The Young Victoria.</span></a><br />3. Journey alongside a struggling country music star in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48378-crazy-heart" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">Crazy Heart.</span></a><br />4. Waiters compete for big bucks in the comedy <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48925-the-slammin-salmon" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">The Slammin' Salmon.</span></a><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span> Where will you ring in 2010? Check out the <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/09/ten-top-new-years-eve-parties-from-coast-to-coast/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">top ten New Year's Eve parties</span></a> coast to coast. Plus find out who's partying where in your city on <a target="_blank" href="http://miami.going.com/halloween">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Put the final touches on your holiday party with these <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/09/holiday-party-planning-where-and-how-to-do-it/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">helpful tips.</span></a><br />2. Get your groove on all night long at one of your <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">favorite nightclubs.</span></a><br />3. Grab your friends and head to a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=28&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">comedy club</span></a> for some good laughs.<br />4. Go for a late night out on the town at these <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">nearby watering holes.</span></a> <br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Take the kids for a little stargazing at one of these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/11/five-planetariums-that-will-rock-your-world/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">awesome planetariums.</span></a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. See <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/30/santa-nation-where-to-find-santa-claus-this-holiday-season/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">where to find Santa</span></a> this holiday season.<br />2. Explore an exhibit at a local <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=11&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">history museum.</span></a><br />3. Take the family to a <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">must-see holiday movie.</span><br /></a>4. Find holiday happenings at a <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/04/local-zoos-host-wild-lights-snowfaris-and-more-holiday-happenin/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">zoo near you.</span></a><br /><br /> </p>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/15/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-18-20/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19280576/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/12/15/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-18-20/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/15/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-18-20/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><dc:creator>Lauren Lamb</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-12-15T13:55:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Dec. 11-13</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/12/08/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-11-13/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/12/08/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-11-13/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/12/08/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-11-13/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" vspace="4" border="0" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/12/santa_dance.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />With the big day just two weeks away, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Santa is being sighted in towns across the nation, holiday shopping is in full swing and the spirit of giving is in the air. Friday night also marks the beginning of Hanukkah. <br /><br />This weekend, get out and enjoy the magic of the season. Check out our big six must-attend events around the country and find plenty of festive ideas right in your neck of the woods.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features music, crafts and cowboys:<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.sandstoneicefest.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sandstone Ice Festival</span></a> - Sandstone, Minn.<br /></span>This festival features ice climbing clinics and a fireworks display.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.williamsburgfestival.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2009 Williamsburg Festival</span></a> - Williamsburg, Va.<br /></span>Don't miss the candlelight performance of Handel's <span style="font-style: italic;">Messiah. </span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.vanderbilt.edu/sarratt/holiday/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">19th Annual Sarratt Holiday Arts Festival</span></a> - Nashville, Tenn.<br /></span>Shop for unique handcrafted gifts during this festival's final weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.montereycowboy.org/Festival2009.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Musical Festival</span></a> - Monterey, Calif.</span><br />Cowboys and cowgirls congregate in Monterey for Western-style fun.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/miami-fl/events/show/89319405-miami-music-festival"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Miami Music Festival</span></a> - Miami, Fla.<br /></span>Check out this brand new showcase of emerging musical acts. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.festivalofhorses.com/2009/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Festival of Horses</span></a> - Scottsdale, Ariz.<br /></span>Giddy up on over to this annual celebration of all things equine.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Warm your insides with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=255"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local soul food.</span></a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Spice up your weekend at a <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Tex Mex restaurant.</span><br /></a>2. Chase away a winter cold with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=504"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hot soup.</span><br /></a>3. Try a little sushi or udon at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=291"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local Japanese eatery.</span></a><br />4. Go out with the family for delicious <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=534"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">fish and chips.</span></a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Don't miss Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela in the inspiring true story <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48231-invictus"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">Invictus. </span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Take the kids to the animated comedy <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47778-the-princess-and-the-frog"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">The Princess and the Frog. </span></a><br />2. A young girl watches her family from heaven in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48311-the-lovely-bones"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">The Lovely Bones.</span></a><br />3. Follow DeNiro on an impromptu road trip in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47005-everybodys-fine"><span style="font-style: italic;">Everybody's Fine.</span></a><br />4. A group of college kids go on a wild adventure in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48018-transylmania"><span style="font-style: italic;">Transylmania.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span> Check out these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/24/cozy-fireside-bars-for-romantic-winter-evenings/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">cozy fireside bars</span></a> for a romantic winter evening. Plus find out who's partying where in your city on <a href="http://miami.going.com/halloween" target="_blank">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Enjoy a nice glass of red or white a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=116"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">nearby wine bar.</span></a><br />2. Kick back with your best friends at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local watering hole.</span></a><br />3. Dance and groove all night long at your city's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hottest clubs.</span></a><br />4. Get tips for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/24/how-to-navigate-a-holiday-party/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">navigating the holiday party</span></a> season like a pro.<br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/" target="_blank">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Have a Griswold family weekend and try to outshine these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/12/02/americas-biggest-and-brightest-neighborhood-holiday-light-displ/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">dazzling neighborhood light displays.</span></a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. See <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/30/santa-nation-where-to-find-santa-claus-this-holiday-season/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">where to find Santa</span></a> this holiday season.<br />2. Book a winter vacay at a <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/19/families-seeking-all-inclusive-holiday-travel-resort-options/">family-friendly resort.</a><br />3. Take the kids to a <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/03/christmas-caroling-around-the-country/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Christmas caroling</span></a> event. <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/"><br /></a>4. Head out for some festive fun at your <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/12/04/local-zoos-host-wild-lights-snowfaris-and-more-holiday-happenin/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local zoo.</span></a><br /><br /> </p>
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Put up those trees, start stringing some lights and get ready for all things merry and bright.<br /><br />There are some wonderful holiday festivals happening around the country this weekend. Check out our big six must-attend events, plus find ideas for a little fun right in your neck of the woods.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features film, wine and plenty of holiday cheer:<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.lincolnsquarechristkindl.com/">Lincoln Square Christkindl Market</a> in Chicago, Ill.<br /></span>Enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of the season at Lincoln Square.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/lahaska-pa/events/show/87897157-peddlers-village-christmas-festival">Peddler's Village Annual Christmas Festival</a> in Lahaska, Pa.<br /></span>Mingle with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at this jolly holiday extravaganza.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.anchoragefilmfestival.org/">Anchorage International Film Festival</a> in Anchorage, Alaska<br /></span>This celebration of indie and international film kicks off this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://denverparadeoflights.com/">Denver Parade of Lights</a></span> in Denver, Colo. <br />Don't miss this annual holiday light parade this Friday and Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/santa-maria-ca/events/show/89150511-wine-christmas-passport-event">Wine Christmas Passport Weekend</a> in Santa Maria, Calif.<br /></span>Raise your glass to the holiday season and some fine local wines.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.nfcn.org/templates/System/details.asp?id=35458&amp;PID=737446">East Nashville Christmas Fest</a> in Nashville, Tenn.<br /></span>Find gifts for everyone on your list at this two-day holiday bazaar.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Warm up in the chilly weather with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=290">spicy Thai food.</a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Get out of the kitchen and order some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=80">pizza</a> instead.<a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/" target="_blank"><br /></a>2. Take someone you love to a cozy <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=24">French restaurant.</a><br />3. Enjoy a hot cappuccino at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=298">neighborhood coffeehouse.</a><br />4. Indulge at America's best spots for <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/" target="_blank">mac and cheese.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Don't miss Natalie Portman in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/42067-brothers"><em>Brothers</em></a>, an emotional and powerful story of love and loss.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Embark on the ultimate heist in the action-thriller <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48002-armored"><span style="font-style: italic;">Armored.</span></a><br />2. Meg Ryan is back on the big screen in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45304-serious-moonlight"><span style="font-style: italic;">Serious Moonlight.</span></a><br />3. Follow DeNiro on an impromptu road trip in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47005-everybodys-fine"><span style="font-style: italic;">Everybody's Fine.</span></a><br />4. A group of college kids go on a wild adventure in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/48018-transylmania"><span style="font-style: italic;">Transylmania.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Meet your friends for a glass of vino at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=116">local wine bar.</a> Plus find out who's partying where in your city on <a href="http://miami.going.com/halloween" target="_blank">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Get in touch with your cultural side at a nearby <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=12&amp;st=venue">gallery opening.</a><br />2. Dance off those extra Turkey Day calories at your <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">favorite club.</a><br />3. Enjoy a romantic evening at one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/24/cozy-fireside-bars-for-romantic-winter-evenings/">cozy fireside bars.</a><br />4. Kick back with a cold brew at one of America's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/20/americas-best-beer-bars-serve-up-craft-brews/">best beer pubs.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/" target="_blank">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Enjoy some good holiday cheer at these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/17/americas-best-holiday-attractions-and-light-shows/">top holiday attractions and light shows.</a> Also check out ParentDish for more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Treat the kids to a yummy cup of <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/09/15/ten-hot-spots-for-hot-chocolate/">hot chocolate.</a><br />2. Book a holiday vacay at a <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/19/families-seeking-all-inclusive-holiday-travel-resort-options/">family-friendly resort.</a><br />3. Take the whole family for an <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/">ice skating outing.<br /></a>4. Head out to one of these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/16/top-tree-lighting-ceremonies-across-the-country/">tree lighting ceremonies.</a><br /><br /> </p>
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events">New Orleans</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events">Newark</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events">OKC</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events">Orlando</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events">Phoenix</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events">Portland</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events">Raleigh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events">Sacramento</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events">San Antonio</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events">San Diego</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events">San Fran</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events">Seattle</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events">St. Louis</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events">St. Paul</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/30/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-4-6/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19258317/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/11/30/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-4-6/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/30/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-dec-4-6/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Lauren Lamb</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-11-30T11:38:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Nov. 27-29</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/11/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-27-29/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/11/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-27-29/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/11/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-27-29/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" vspace="4" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/11/when_thanksgivingparade.jpg"  /><br /><br />With Thanksgiving officially kicking off the holiday season, it's time to shop 'til you drop, find that perfect tree and get out and enjoy all the festive attractions taking place during this magical time of year. <br /><br />Check out the big six must-attend events happening around the country. If you can't make it out to one of these, we've got tons of great ideas for a jolly good time right in your own neighborhood.</p><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features arts, crafts and bit of jazz:<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/allen-park-mi/events/show/89168698-festival-of-trees">Festival of Trees</a> in Allen Park, Mich. <br /></span>Don't miss this annual fundraiser benefitting the Children's Hospital of Michigan.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/tarpon-springs-fl/events/show/88855502-19th-annual-tarpon-springs-thanksgiving-weekend-craft-fest">Thanksgiving Weekend Craft Fest</a> in Tarpon Springs, Fla.<br /></span>Browse artwork and original goods from some of America's finest crafters. <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events/show/89013610-san-diego-thanksgiving-dixieland-jazz-festival">Dixieland Jazz Festival</a> in San Diego, Calif.<br /></span>Celebrate jazz music at this five-day festival featuring great live entertainment.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events/show/89367543-22nd-annual-christmas-carousel-holiday-festival">The Christmas Carousel Holiday Festival</a> in Raleigh, N.C. </span><br />Find unique one-of-a-kind gifts at the Triangle's premier Christmas show.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://festivaloftrees.kennedykrieger.org/">Kennedy Krieger Institute Festival of Trees</a> in Timonium, Md.<br /></span>Stroll through toy train gardens and gingerbread towns at this holiday extravaganza.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.seattlecenter.com/programs/detail.asp?EV_EventNum=60" target="_blank">Seattle Center Winterfest 2009</a> in Seattle, Wash.<br /></span>Kick off the season with ice skating, holiday music, a carousel and much more.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Feeling stuffed from your Thanksgiving feast? Go for a light meal at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=311">healthy restaurant.</a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Warm up at America's best spots for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/18/best-mac-and-cheese-in-america-to-warm-you-up-this-winter/">mac and cheese.<br /></a>2. Grab a quick bite at a neighborhood <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=368">sandwich shop. </a><br />3. Spice up the weekdn at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=21">Mexican restaurant</a> near you.<br />4. Beat the bulge with diet-friendly <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=5">Mediterranean cuisine.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/" target="_blank">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Laugh out loud with Robin Williams and John Travolta in the comedy <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47776-old-dogs"><span style="font-style: italic;">Old Dogs.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Zac Efron stars in the Indie drama <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47453-me-and-orson-welles"><span style="font-style: italic;">Me and Orson Welles.</span></a><br />2. Check out some thrilling fight scenes in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47773-ninja-assassin"><span style="font-style: italic;">Ninja Assassin.</span></a><br />3. Embark on a post-apocalyptic thrill ride in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/34526-the-road"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Road. </span></a><br />4. See if <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/44179-the-twilight-saga-new-moon"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Twilight Saga: New Moon</span></a> is worth all the hype.<br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />Dance off those extra calories at one of your city's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">hottest clubs</a>. And see who's partying where on <a target="_blank" href="http://miami.going.com/halloween">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Get your drink on at one of your favorite <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue">neighborhood bars. </a><br />2. Find a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/performers">cool concert or performance</a> happening near you.<br />3. Grab a cold brew at one of America's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/20/americas-best-beer-bars-serve-up-craft-brews/">top beer pubs.</a> <br />4. Catch a show live on stage at one of your <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=5&amp;st=venue">local theaters.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Bask the holiday spirit at these <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/17/americas-best-holiday-attractions-and-light-shows/" target="_blank">festive attractions and light shows.</a> And check out ParentDish for more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly fun.</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Head out to one of these top <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/16/top-tree-lighting-ceremonies-across-the-country/" target="_blank">tree lighting events.</a><br />2. Take little passengers on a <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/20/baby-friendly-cruises-for-parents/" target="_blank">baby-friendly cruise.</a><br />3. Go for a skate at the country's <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/" target="_blank">coolest ice rinks.<br /></a>4. Treat the kids at a neighborhood <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=285" target="_blank">ice cream parlor.</a><br /><br /> </p>
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events" target="_blank">New Orleans</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events" target="_blank">Newark</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events" target="_blank">OKC</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events" target="_blank">Orlando</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events" target="_blank">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events" target="_blank">Phoenix</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events" target="_blank">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events" target="_blank">Portland</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events" target="_blank">Raleigh</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events" target="_blank">Sacramento</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events" target="_blank">San Antonio</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events" target="_blank">San Diego</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events" target="_blank">San Fran</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events" target="_blank">Seattle</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events" target="_blank">St. Louis</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events" target="_blank">St. Paul</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events" target="_blank">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a href="http://www.when.com/" target="_blank">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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<p> </p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-27-29/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19249975/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/11/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-27-29/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-27-29/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Lauren Lamb</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-11-24T11:30:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Nov. 20-22</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/11/17/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-20-22/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/11/17/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-20-22/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/11/17/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-20-22/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img vspace="4" hspace="4" border="0" alt="The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Nov. 20-22" style="width: 420px; height: 279px;" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/11/78069773.jpg" /><br /><br />With Thanksgiving just days away, take a break from the prep work and head out for some festive fun. If you've got relatives arriving into town this weekend, we've got a cornucopia of ideas to help keep the whole family entertained.<br /><br />Check out the big six must-attend events happening around the country. If you can't make it to one of these, you'll find plenty of other suggestions for some pre-holiday fun right in your own neck of the woods.</p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features food, culture and film:<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events/show/87453390-san-diego-bay-wine-food-festival"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">San Diego Bay Wine &amp; Food Festival</span></a> in San Diego, Calif. <br /></span>Treat your taste buds at this highly anticipated five-day food and wine extravaganza. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.folkfair.org/index.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2009 Holiday Folk Fair International</span></a> in West Allis, Wisc.<br /></span>Explore different cultures from around the world at this 66th annual folk celebration. <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/minneapolis-mn/events/show/89126379-festival-pass-for-the-nordic-lights-film-festival-twin-cities"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Nordic Lights Film Festival</span></a> in Minneapolis, Minn.<br /></span>Enjoy three days of feature length and short films from Denmark, Finland and more.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.indyinternationalfestival.org/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2009 International Festival</span></a> in Indianapolis, Ind. </span><br />Celebrate the sights, sounds and tastes of various cultures at this pan-ethnic festival. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.miamishortfilmfestival.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Miami Short Film Festival</span></a> in Miami, Fla.<br /></span>Don't miss this weekend's encore presentation of seven award-winning films. <br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />6. <a href="http://www.audubonportland.org/support-us/fundraising-events/waf/waf" target="_blank">Wild Arts Festival 2009</a> in Portland, Ore. <br /></span>Support the Audubon Society of Portland at this celebration of nature in art and books.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">easy sign-up.</span></a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Enjoy a nice meal with the fam at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=6"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local Italian restaurant.</span></a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">dining discounts</span></a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Stop in for a casual meal at these <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/13/the-best-brasseries-in-america/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">great brasseries. </span></a><br />2. Satisfy your cravings at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=297"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">neighborhood sushi bar. </span></a><br />3. Try a new <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=92"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Chinese restaurant</span></a> that's oh-Tso-good.<br />4. Go out for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=529"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">donuts</span></a> for a Sunday morning treat. <br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/" target="_blank">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />The vampires are back this Friday in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/44179-the-twilight-saga-new-moon"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">The Twilight Saga: New Moon.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. Take the kids to see the animated alien adventure <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/42844-planet-51"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Planet 51.</span></a> <br />2. Michelle Williams stars in a dramatic tale of life and love in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46865-mammoth"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Mammoth.</span></a><br />3. Penelope Cruz is ravishing in the indie thriller <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/44202-broken-embraces-los-abrazos-rotos"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Broken Embraces. </span></a><br />4. Kids and parents alike can't help but love <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46859-fantastic-mr-fox"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">Fantastic Mr. Fox. </span></a><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />It's prime time to catch a great show at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=5&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local theatre.</span></a> And find out where the party's at in your city on <a target="_blank" href="http://miami.going.com/halloween">Going.com</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Grab some drinks with friends at a nearby <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">watering hole.</span></a><br />2. Dance the night away at one of your city's <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">hippest clubs</a>.<br />3. Check out <a href="http://www.when.com/search?acat=1058&amp;st=artist" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">bands and musicians</span></a> performing near you. <br />4. Mingle with other vino lovers at these <span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/05/eleven-great-wine-bars-across-the-country/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">great wine bars. </span><br /></a>Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Enjoy some festive family fun at these <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/13/americas-best-holiday-attractions-and-light-shows/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">top holiday attractions.</span></a> And find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">family-friendly activities</a> on ParentDish.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Sign up for a kid-friendly <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/11/10/fall-cooking-classes-make-holiday-meals-a-breeze/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">cooking class.</span></a><br />2. Go <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/01/apple-picking-guide-harvest-tips-recipes-and-orchards-near-you/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">apple picking</span></a> and celebrate the harvest.<br />3. Take the family on an <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/">ice skating outing.</a><br />4. Treat the kids to a cup of <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/09/15/ten-hot-spots-for-hot-chocolate/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hot chocolate. </span></a><br /><br />
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Be sure to get in a little fun before you have to rush around shopping for gifts and running errands for in-from-out-of-town family.<br /><br />Check out the big six must-attend events for this week.  If you can't make it to one of these, have no fear.  There are many other activities you can take part in your own neck of the woods.</p><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features art, talented people and pecans:<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/boston-ma/events/show/87894571-13th-annual-boston-international-fine-art-show">Boston International Fine Art Show</a> in Boston, Mass.<br /></span>See some of the most creative and eye-opening pieces from around the world.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/las-vegas-nv/events/show/88375407-americas-got-talent-live">America's Got Talent Live</a> in Las Vegas, Nev.<br /></span>Enjoy performances from some of America's most talented people this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/denver-co/events/show/89217621-denver-international-wine-festival">Denver International Wine Festival</a> in Denver, Colo.<br /></span>Taste the best in food and wine from wineries all over the world on Thursday and Friday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sunnyvale-tx/events/show/89124968-sunnyvale-pecan-harvest-festival">Sunnyvale Pecan Harvest Festival</a> in Sunnyvale, Tex.</span><br />Take in live music from talented artists, like Art Greenhaw, and much more this Saturday.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/shakopee-mn/events/show/87000829-autumn-festival-an-arts-crafts-affair">Autumn Festival</a> in Shakopee, Minn.<br /></span>Browse works from 500 of the nation's finest artists this weekend.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/marietta-ga/events/show/89303299-70-years-of-gone-with-the-wind-a-repremiere">70 Years of Gone with the Wind</a> in Marietta, Ga.<br /></span>Celebrate the movie's big anniversary with a costume ball and a big-screen showing.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">easy sign-up.</span></a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Feed your soul with some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=255">local soul food.</a> Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">dining discounts</span></a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Spice up your weekend with a taste of <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=517">Tex Mex eats.</a><br />2. Try out some trendy <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=120">Spanish cuisine.</a><br />3. Order up some delicious <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=12">seasonal seafood.</a><br />4. Get a hot cup of joe at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=298" target="_blank">local coffee shop.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />John Cusack's latest blockbuster, <a style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/33679-2012">2012</a>, hits theaters on Friday.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. The animated <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46859-fantastic-mr-fox"><span style="font-style: italic;">Fantastic Mr. Fox</span></a> will delight young and old.<br />2. Revisit 1966 England with <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/40824-pirate-radio"><span style="font-style: italic;">Pirate Radio.</span></a><br />3. Ben Foster and Woody Harrelson address the Iraq war in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/34316-the-messenger"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Messenger.</span></a><br />4. Enjoy the devilishly funny <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/47538-women-in-trouble"><span style="font-style: italic;">Women in Trouble.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.going.com/events-browse-600;Music?b=week">Find live music</a> you can see with your friends on Going.com.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Enjoy a nice glass of red or white at a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=116" target="_blank">nearby wine bar.</a><br />2. Dance and groove all night long at your city's <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">hottest clubs</a>.<br />3. Kick back with your best friends at your <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">neighborhood bar</a>. <br />4. Check out who's partying where in your city on <a href="http://miami.going.com/halloween" target="_blank">Going.com</a>.<br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/" target="_blank">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />Take everyone to <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=event&amp;cat=8&amp;kids=0.7" target="_blank">see a performance</a> the whole family will love. And find more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">fun family activities</a> on ParentDish.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Explore the great outdoors at these <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/23/five-national-parks-youll-love-this-fall-and-winter/" target="_blank">national park</a>. <br />2. Get lost in one of our country's <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/09/23/autumn-fun-the-best-corn-mazes/" target="_blank">great corn mazes</a>. <br />3. Take the kids for a skate at the <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/" target="_blank">coolest ice rinks</a>.<br />4. Check out an all-inclusive <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/19/families-seeking-all-inclusive-holiday-travel-resort-options/" target="_blank">family-friendly resort</a>.<br /><br />
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/11/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-13-15/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19232816/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/11/11/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-13-15/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/11/11/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-nov-13-15/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-11-11T12:57:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Oct. 30-Nov. 1</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/10/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-30-nov-1/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/10/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-30-nov-1/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/10/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-30-nov-1/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><img width="420" vspace="4" hspace="4" height="288" border="0" alt="The Weekender: Oct. 30-Nov. 1" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/10/83508157.jpg" /><br /><br />Halloween is finally upon us and that means it's time to break out those costumes, do some pumpkin carving, dress up your kids and pets, and head out for some bewitching fun. From parades to festivals to scary movies, there are all kinds of haunted happenings taking place this weekend.<br /><br />If you're still undecided on what to do, check out our big six events going on around the country and be sure to stop by if you're in town. If not, we've also got a few great ideas that you can do right in your own neighborhood.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Big Six Must-Attend Events<br /></span>This week's Big Six features arts, film, a vegetarian food fest to help ward off that post-Halloween sugar buzz and plenty of spooktacular fun:<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />1. <a href="http://www.when.com/universal-city-ca/events/show/88684580-halloween-horror-nights-at-universal-studios" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Halloween Horror Nights</span></a> at Universal Studios in Universal City, Calif.<br /></span>Buy your tickets now for the final weekend of frights at Universal Studios.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.when.com/boston-ma/events/show/88612272-boston-vegetarian-food-festival" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Boston Vegetarian Food Festival</span></a> in Boston, Mass.<br /></span>Enjoy free tastings from thousands of food vendors at this two-day event.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.when.com/new-york-ny/events/show/88721653-36th-annual-new-yorks-village-halloween-parade" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">New York's Village Halloween Parade</span></a> in New York, N.Y.<br /></span>Mix and mingle with crazy costumed New Yorkers at this annual parade.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.when.com/national-harbor-md/events/show/88872021-international-gem-jewelry-show" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The International Gem and Jewelry Show</span></a> in National Harbor, Md.<br /></span>Shop early at this three-day event to find beautiful jewelry at bargain prices.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />5. <a href="http://www.when.com/atlanta-ga/events/show/86286621-2009-atlanta-pride-festival" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Atlanta Pride Festival</span></a> in Atlanta, Ga.<br /></span>Celebrate gay pride at Piedmont Park with live entertainment and more.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />6. <a href="http://www.when.com/sandpoint-id/events/show/89062949-lakedance-09-festival-pass-54-films-10-blocks" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lakedance International Film Festival</span></a> in Sandpoint, Idaho<br /></span>Catch 54 films including the four scariest flicks ever made at this annual fest.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">easy sign-up.</span></a><br /><br style="font-weight: bold;" /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fantastic Dinner Ideas</span><br />Take the kids out for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=80"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">pizza</span></a> before heading out to trick-or-treat. Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">dining discounts</span></a> near you. <br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Dinner Ideas:</span><br />1. Spice up the weekend with some <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/09/18/great-jerk-chicken-where-to-get-it/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">great jerk chicken.</span></a><br />2. Satisfy your sweet tooth at these <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/22/the-very-best-pie-shops-across-america/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">heavenly pie shops. </span></a><br />3. Take the family out for a fun, delicious <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=40"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">fondue dinner. </span></a><br />4. After all that Halloween candy, opt for a <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/08/21/best-vegan-macrobiotic-and-raw-food-restaurants/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">healthy meal.</span></a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">dining trends</span></a> on Digital City and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">restaurants</span></a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See</span><br />Who doesn't love MJ? Moonwalk with the King of Pop in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45097-michael-jacksons-this-is-it"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">This Is It.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. The brothers are back in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46515-boondock-saints-ii-all-saints-day"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day.</span></a><br />2. See the satanic thriller <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46333-the-house-of-the-devil"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-style: italic;">The House of the Devil</span></a> if you dare.<br />3. Uma Thurman explores her maternal side in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/34319-motherhood"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Motherhood.</span></a><br />4. A loveable loner will make you laugh in <a href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/46644-gentlemen-broncos" target="_blank"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline;">Gentlemen Broncos</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Find a theater</span></a> near you on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hot Nightlife</span><br />No matter your age, Halloween at <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/09/30/halloween-celebrations-at-americas-theme-parks/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">America's theme parks</span></a> is awesome fun.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Get your spook on at the country's <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/01/best-haunted-houses-in-america-2009/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">scariest haunted houses</span></a>.<br />2. Dance and groove all night long at your city's <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">hottest clubs</span></a>.<br />3. Kick back in costume at your <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=1&amp;st=venue" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">favorite neighborhood bar</span></a>. <br />4. Check out who's partying where in your city on <a href="http://miami.going.com/halloween" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Going.com</span></a>.<br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">nightlife trends</span></a> on Digital City.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br />Not sure where to take the kids for Halloween? Check out this guide to <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/02/halloween-fun-for-the-little-ones-kid-friendly-events-festival/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">not-so-scary fun for the little ones</span></a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Explore the great outdoors at these <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/23/five-national-parks-youll-love-this-fall-and-winter/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">national parks</span></a>. <br />2. Get lost in one of our country's <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/09/23/autumn-fun-the-best-corn-mazes/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">great corn mazes</span></a>. <br />3. Take the kids for a skate at the <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">coolest ice rinks</span></a>.<br />4. Check out an all-inclusive <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/19/families-seeking-all-inclusive-holiday-travel-resort-options/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">family-friendly resort</span></a>.<br /><br />
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            <td valign="top"> <span style="font-size: 9pt;">- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/new-orleans-la/events">New Orleans</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/newark-nj/events">Newark</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/oklahoma-city-ok/events">OKC</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/orlando-fl/events">Orlando</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/philadelphia-pa/events">Philadelphia</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/phoenix-az/events">Phoenix</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/pittsburgh-pa/events">Pittsburgh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/portland-or/events">Portland</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/raleigh-nc/events">Raleigh</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sacramento-ca/events">Sacramento</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-antonio-tx/events">San Antonio</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-diego-ca/events">San Diego</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events">San Fran</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/seattle-wa/events">Seattle</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-louis-mo/events">St. Louis</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/st-paul-mn/events">St. Paul</a><br />- <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/tampa-fl/events">Tampa</a><br />- <a href="http://www.when.com/washington-dc/events">D.C.</a><br /><br />Didn't see your city? <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/">Click here</a> <br />to go to your town.</span></td>
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</table><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-30-nov-1/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19208328/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/10/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-30-nov-1/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/24/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-30-nov-1/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><dc:creator>Lauren Lamb</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-10-24T11:38:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Oct. 23-25</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/10/21/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-23-25/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/10/21/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-23-25/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/10/21/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-23-25/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/10/weekender-pumpkinpatch.jpg"  /><br /><br />It's getting a little closer to Halloween so we hope that you already have a costume picked out.  Plenty of Halloween events are already taking place - many that the kids would love.<br /><br />Check out the big six events around the country. If you happen to be in town for any of them, make sure you stop by.  But, if not, check out our other ideas for weekend fun in your own neighborhood.</p><p><br /><strong>The Big Six Must-Attend Events</strong> <br />This week's Big Six features arts, scarecrows and an actress:</p>
<p> <strong> 1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/sahuarita-az/events/show/89104826-10th-annual-tucson-bluegrass-festival">10th Annual Tucson Blues Festival</a> in Tucson, Ariz.</strong><br />Tap your feet to the best bluegrass music that Tucson has to offer this weekend.<br /><br /><strong>2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/statesville-nc/events/show/87895327-carolina-balloonfest">Carolina Balloonfest</a> in Statesville, N.C.</strong><br /> Take in the beauty of the hot air balloons over Statesville Friday through Saturday.<br /><strong><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/del-mar-ca/events/show/87895587-del-mar-harvest-festival-original-art-craft-show">Del Mar Harvest Festival</a> in Del Mar, Calif.</strong><br />Enjoy arts and crafts at the Del Mar Fairgrounds all weekend long.<br /><strong><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events/show/88066824-27th-annual-san-francisco-jazz-festival-presents-jake-shimabukuro">San Francisco Jazz Festival</a> in San Francisco, Calif.</strong><br />The best jazz music in San Francisco continues through this weekend.<br /><strong><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/honolulu-hi/events/show/87168044-hawaii-international-film-festival-announces-fall-festival-dates">Hawaii International Film Festival</a> in Honolulu, Hawaii</strong><br />Check out the latest in international film this weekend if you happen to be in Hawaii.<br /></p>
<p><strong>6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/boston-ma/events/show/89082878-boston-book-festival-2009">Boston Book Festival</a> in Boston, Mass.</strong><br />Get into literature by checking out the book festival all day Saturday.<br /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a target="_blank" href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp">easy sign-up.</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Fantastic Dinner Ideas<br /></span>Enjoy gourmet food with a high-end beer at a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=535"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">local gastropub.</span></a> Also check for <a href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/" target="_blank">dining discounts</a> near you.<br /><em>Four More Dinner Ideas:</em><br />1. Get some <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=51">bakery treats</a> ready for your Halloween party guests.<br />2. Try a little sushi or udon at a local <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=291" target="_blank">Japanese eatery.</a><br /> 3. Do something different and try a <a href="http://www.when.com/search?cuisine=324&amp;st=restaurant" target="_blank">Moroccan spot.</a><br />4. Eat out for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;price=1">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/" target="_blank">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a href="http://www.when.com/restaurants" target="_blank">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See<br /></span>Take the kids to see <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45963-astro-boy"><span style="font-style: italic;">Astro Boy</span></a> about a young robot who saves the day.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. The new <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/44168-saw-vi"><span style="font-style: italic;">Saw VI</span></a> will keep you in suspense.<br />2. Psychological thriller <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45962-antichrist"><span style="font-style: italic;">Antichrist</span></a> is a scary experience.<br />3. Hilary Swank stars as Amelia Earhart in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45961-amelia"><span style="font-style: italic;">Amelia.</span></a><br />4. Uma Thurman struggles with <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/34319-motherhood"><span style="font-style: italic;">Motherhood.</span></a><br /><a href="http://www.when.com/movies" target="_blank">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Hot Nightlife<br /></span>Take a date to see the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/21/looking-for-the-best-orchestras-in-the-country/">local orchestra</a> perform.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Take a class and <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/09/25/go-back-to-school-with-sake-classes/" target="_blank">learn about sake.</a><br />2. It's a good time of year for a <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/07/best-bars-for-your-halloween-partying/" target="_blank">Halloween-themed bar.</a><br />3. Dance the night away at your <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue">favorite nightclub.</a><br />4. Find fun nightlife events and tell your friends on <a href="http://www.going.com/events-browse-100;Nightlife?b=week" target="_blank">Going.com.</a><br />Find more <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/" target="_blank">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/19/families-seeking-all-inclusive-holiday-travel-resort-options/">Holiday resorts?</a>  Start planning now for the whole family. And find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/">fun family activities</a> on ParentDish.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Start looking at <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/05/trick-or-treat-safety-tips-plus-how-old-is-too-old/" target="_blank">safety tips</a> for your trick-or-treaters now.<br />2. <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/02/halloween-fun-for-the-little-ones-kid-friendly-events-festival/" target="_blank">Find seasonal fun</a> for the whole family during this Halloween season.<br />3. Pick out a pumpkin at a <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/02/great-pumpkin-patches-across-america/" target="_blank">pumpkin patch</a> with the little ones.<br />4. It's a great time to <a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/01/apple-picking-guide-harvest-tips-recipes-and-orchards-near-you/" target="_blank">pick delicious apples</a> at a local orchard.<br /><br /> </p>
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</p><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/21/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-23-25/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/forward/19204212/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://www.technorati.com/cosmos/search.html?rank=&amp;fc=1&amp;url=http://blog.when.com/2009/10/21/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-23-25/" title="Linking Blogs">Linking&nbsp;Blogs</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/21/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-23-25/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>weekender</category><dc:creator>Clare Goggin</dc:creator><dc:date>2009-10-21T12:14:00+00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of Oct. 16-18</title><link>http://blog.when.com/2009/10/13/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-16-18/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://blog.when.com/2009/10/13/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-16-18/</guid><comments>http://blog.when.com/2009/10/13/the-weekender-ideas-for-the-weekend-of-oct-16-18/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://blog.when.com/category/the-weekender/" rel="tag">The Weekender</a></p><p><img hspace="4" border="0" vspace="4" alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/blog.when.com/media/2009/10/hayride-weekender.jpg"  /><br /><br />With another gorgeous fall weekend upon us, this might be a good time to start taking part in some Halloween fun.  Visit a local <a href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/01/best-haunted-houses-in-america-2009/" target="_blank">haunted house</a> for a good thrill or take the kids on a hayride through a nearby farm.<br /><br />Check out our big six events for a few featured festivals and celebrations going on around the country.  If you can't make it to one of those, don't fret!  We've also got a few great ideas that you can do in your own neighborhood.</p><p><br /><strong>The Big Six Must-Attend Events</strong> <br />This week's Big Six features arts, scarecrows and an actress:</p>
<p> <strong> 1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/goleta-ca/events/show/89004594-the-18th-annual-california-lemon-festival">18th Annual California Lemon Festival</a> in Goleta, Calif.</strong><br />Taste some great food and enjoy family-oriented entertainment all weekend.<br /><br /><strong>2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/san-francisco-ca/events/show/88038006-treasure-island-music-festival-featuring-mgmt-mstrkrft-and-girl-talk">Treasure Island Music Festival</a> in San Francisco, Calif.</strong><br /> Enjoy music from musicians, including the Decemberists and MGMT, Saturday and Sunday.<br /><strong><br />3. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/jacksonville-fl/events/show/88441292-rocky-horror-picture-show">Rocky Horror Picture Show &amp; Street Fest</a> in Jacksonville, Fla.</strong><br />Join other fans to reenact scenes and other fun activities on Saturday night.<br /><strong><br />4. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/salisbury-md/events/show/89004765-autumn-wine-festival">Maryland Autumn Wine Festival</a> in Salisbury, Md.</strong><br />Enjoy wines from the local area as well as music and more on Saturday.<br /><strong><br />5. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/queens-ny/events/show/88003324-halloween-harvest-festival">Halloween Harvest Festival</a> in Queens, N.Y.</strong> <br />Bring the kids to take part in this festival which includes a canine costume contest on Saturday.<br /></p>
<p><strong>6. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/colorado-springs-co/events/show/85754820-boo-at-the-zoo">Boo at the Zoo</a> in Colorado Springs, Colo.</strong><br />Give the little ones a thrill with this zoo favorite which kicks off this weekend.<br /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Get In With the Inbox</span><br />Have the weekend newsletter delivered to straight your e-mail inbox with an <a href="http://prefctr.na.epidm.net/aol/cityguide/includes/signup.asp" target="_blank">easy sign-up.</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Fantastic Dinner Ideas<br /></span>Go for delicious <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=534">fish and chips</a> this weekend. Also check for <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/diningdeals-nearyou/">dining discounts</a> near you.<br /><em>Four More Dinner Ideas:</em><br />1. Warm yourself up and chase away a cold with <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=504">hot soup.</a><br />2. Try a little sushi or udon at a local <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;cuisine=291">Japanese eatery.</a><br /> 3. Do something different and try a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/search?cuisine=324&amp;st=restaurant">Moroccan spot.</a><br />4. Eat out for <a href="http://www.when.com/search?st=restaurant&amp;price=1" target="_blank">under $15.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/dining/">dining trends</a> on Digital City and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/restaurants">restaurants</a> on When.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Movies You'll Want To See<br /></span>Everyone will love this children's book adaptation: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45028-where-the-wild-things-are"><span style="font-style: italic;">Where the Wild Things Are.</span></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Movies To See:</span><br />1. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45703-the-stepfather"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Stepfather</span></a> will have you shaking in your boots.<br />2. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45803-new-york-i-love-you"><span style="font-style: italic;">New York, I Love You</span></a> will open to limited audiences.<br />3. Gerard Butler has a score to settle in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/44504-law-abiding-citizen"><span style="font-style: italic;">Law Abiding Citizen.</span></a><br />4. Make sure you catch last weekend's big hit, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies/show/45150-couples-retreat"><span style="font-style: italic;">Couples Retreat.</span></a><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.when.com/movies">Find a theater</a> near you on When.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Hot Nightlife<br /></span>Check out a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/09/speakeasy-bars-taking-over-the-country/">speakeasy-themed bar</a>, if you can find one near you.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Nightlife Ideas:</span><br />1. Take a class and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/09/25/go-back-to-school-with-sake-classes/">learn about sake.</a><br />2. It's a good time of year for a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/2009/10/07/best-bars-for-your-halloween-partying/">Halloween-themed bar.</a><br />3. Dance the night away at your <a href="http://www.when.com/search?venue_type=19&amp;st=venue" target="_blank">favorite nightclub.</a><br />4. Find fun nightlife events and tell your friends on <a target="_blank" href="http://www.going.com/events-browse-100;Nightlife?b=week">Going.com.</a><br />Find more <a target="_blank" href="http://www.digitalcity.com/category/nightlife/">nightlife trends</a> on Digital City.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kids &amp; Family Fun</span><br />It's nearly that time of year when the kids start ice skating so find <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/08/coolest-ice-skating-rinks-in-the-country/">the best rinks</a> now. And find more <a href="http://www.parentdish.com/category/familytime/" target="_blank">fun family activities</a> on ParentDish.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Four More Family Fun Ideas:</span><br />1. Start looking at <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/05/trick-or-treat-safety-tips-plus-how-old-is-too-old/">safety tips</a> for your trick-or-treaters now.<br />2. <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/02/halloween-fun-for-the-little-ones-kid-friendly-events-festival/">Find seasonal fun</a> for the whole family during this Halloween season.<br />3. Pick out a pumpkin at a <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/02/great-pumpkin-patches-across-america/">pumpkin patch</a> with the little ones.<br />4. It's a great time to <a target="_blank" href="http://blog.when.com/2009/10/01/apple-picking-guide-harvest-tips-recipes-and-orchards-near-you/">pick delicious apples</a> at a local orchard.<br /><br /> </p>
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