5 Things to Do This Weekend: May 11-13
Not sure what to do this weekend? Here's a roundup of area activities and events.
It's Thursday, and you've got no idea what you'll do for the weekend. Dedham Patch is coming to the rescue.
- Dedham School of Music Faculty Recital
Where/When: St. Paul's Church at 3 p.m. on Saturday
Why go: Come support the Dedham School of Music by catching beautiful music performed by faculty at the school. It'd be a great concert to bring mom!
Price: $10 suggested donation for scholarship fund - Riverdale Spring Fair
Where/When: Riverdale Elementary School at 10 a.m. on Saturday
Why go: There will be plenty of games, crafts, face painting and food for the entire family. Support the Riverdale School and have a blast while doing it.
Price: $20 - Annual Fishing Derby at Buckmaster Pond
Where/When: Buckmaster Pond in Westwood from 7-11 a.m. on Saturday
Why Go: Get out your best fishing gear and head over for the annual derby, which features both a youth and adult division. Prizes will be awarded in the youth division, and participants must bring their own poles. A prize will be awarded for the largest fish caught in the adult division, and adults must obey all Massachusetts Fish & Game regulations.
Price: $10 - Ages 16 & older; free - ages 15 & under - Meet Award-Winning Author Tony Abbott
Where/When: The Blue Bunny at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday
Why go: Celebrate Children's Book Week with the Blue Bunny in Dedham Square as they get a visit from world-famous author Tony Abbott, the author of more than 90 titles. Abbott's books take aim at early readers and young teens.
Price: Free - Sit and Knit
Where/When: Sheep Skate Yarn and Craft from 12-4 p.m. on Sunday
Why go: Bring mom down for some tips on knitting from the local expert Eileen Kelly. All skill levels are welcomed, as you'll enjoy an afternoon of chatting and creating!
Price: Free