1. Winchester Town Day When/where: Friday and Saturday; All over town! Why Go? Other than it being one of the most talked about events of the year, you don't want to miss out on the plethora of activities, food and entertainment provided by your neighbors. See a full rundown of the schedule here including information about street closing and possible cancellations. Price: The event itself is free. Individual activities have varying prices. 2. Book Signings When/where: Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Book Ends Why Go? Take a break from the hustle of Town Day and be in the presence of local …

It’s Thursday, and you have no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. Fitness Bootcamp  Where/When: Nearby, 147 High St, Medford, MA.  Why Go: Smash The Fat Fitness Bootcamps is having a FREE Trial week. Come in and see why fitness can be fun and weight loss can be gauranteed!! All day long event at . To claim your FREE week visit www.bootcampmedford.com Pricing: FREE   2. Bagels and Bunnies: …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. CAMPAIGN EVENT Where/When: Mamadou's; Saturday, March 17, 10 a.m. Why Go: Looking for the perfect way to jump-start your Saturday trip to the Transfer Station? Mamadou’s Artisan Bakery in Winchester, is hosting a bread tasting on Saturday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to noon, with Board of Selectman candidate Jennifer Wilson. …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. MULTICULTURAL UNDERSTANDING Where/When: Winchester Unitarian Society; Friday, March 9, 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 10, 9:30 a.m. Why Go: The Winchester Multicultural Network invites anyone who lives or works in Winchester to attend its yearly workshop “Deepening Your Multicultural Understanding” which will be held Friday …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. CIVIC LEADERSHIP AWARD Where/When: Winchester Historical Society; SaturdayMarch, 3, 7 p.m. Why Go: The League of Women Voters of Winchester will hold their First Annual Civic Leadership Award and present it to Mary Ellen Lannon. There will be wine tastingm a raffle and a silent auction. This event will also help the LWV …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. DIAPER DERBY Where/When: Burlington Mall; Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m. Why Go: Burlington Mall prepares to host the annual Simon Mall Diaper Derby. The event is being regionally sponsored by WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Nutrition Program, and Bay State Parent magazine. Participants in this year’s Derby must be crawlers …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. Father/Daughter Dance Where/When: Burlington Marriott, 1 Mall Road, Burlington; Friday, Feb. 17; 6:30 p.m. Why Go: Be sure to head to this special dance that includes a disc jockey, tasty treats, photo opportunities, and a small gift for all the girls. The dance is open for all ages.  Pricing: $25 per couple; $5 each …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE Where/When: Jenks Center; Friday, Feb. 10; 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Head down to the Jenks on Feb. 10 for a night of music and dancing. The band, The Entertainers, a well-known group will be providing the music. They will serve up some great sounds, and there will be treats, and a wine and beer bar. Tickets …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. WINTON CABARET Where/When: Town Hall; Friday, Feb. 3, 4; 8 p.m. Why Go: The Winton Club Cabaret 2012  presents its Annual Cabaret Fundraiser "IT's About Time" to benefit Winchester Hospital through February 4 in the Winchester Town Hall Auditorium.  Cabaret Chairwoman/Producer Jean Buckley and the Winton Club invite you to…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. JAZZ QUINTET Where/When: Winchester Unitarian Society; Friday, Jan. 27; 8 p.m. Why Go: Don't miss this spectrum of jazz featuring the music of Duke Ellington, Horace Silver, Miles Davis and more. Join John Kramer (piano), Mark Pucci (bass), Yoron Israel (drums), Dino Govoni (sax), and Greg Hopkins (trumpet) for the church'…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING Where/When: Book Ends; Saturday, Jan. 21; 3:30 p.m. Why Go: Howie Carr, best selling author and radio talk show host, will sign his debut novel, Hard Knocks, at Book Ends on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 3:30 p.m. For more information, please call Book Ends at 781-721-5933 or visit Book Ends' website, www.…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING Where/When: Book Ends; Saturday, Jan. 14; 2 p.m. Why Go: Ellen Knight, Ph.D will sign copies of her new book, Winchester Hospital Our First Century at Book Ends. Knight is a specialist in the arts of the Boston area at the turn of the 20th century, as well as the history of Winchester, …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. NEW YEAR'S EVE BALL Where/When: Sanborn House; Saturday, Dec. 31; 8 p.m. Why Go: The Winchester Historical Society will be hosting the first annual New Year’s Eve Ball to be held on December 31, 2011 from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Sanborn House Historical and Cultural Center.  “Mr. and Mrs. Oren Sanborn” will greet their…

1. JUBILATION SINGERS Where/When: McCall Middle School; Saturday, Dec. 17 Why Go: McCall's own performance choir, the Jubilation Singers, are holding their annual Holiday Concert.  Tickets can be purchased at Bookends or at the door the evening of the performance. Price: $5 2. NIGHT OF THE ARTS Where/When: High School; Friday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. Why Go: The Entrepreneurial Youth Society will host its First Annual Night of the Arts on Friday, Dec. 16 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. to promote entrepreneurship, art and enriched education. All revenue earned from the event will go primarily towards the …

1. BOEING, BOEING Where/When: Winchester High School; Thursday, Dec. 8.; Friday, Dec. 9; Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Why Go: Curtain and Cue presents Marc Camoletti's "Boeing, Boeing," a farce in 2 acts. This 60's comedy classic remains fast-paced and relevant with a "Mad Men" vibe, thanks to an update by directors Jenna DiTullio and Carol Alexander.  Marc Frongillo plays Bernard and Elizabeth Keith is Bertha, the wise-cracking maid. New to the Winchester stage is junior Cameron Schmidt as Robert.  The high flying trio of international "air hostesses" features Jenna Bittner, Grace Burchard …

1. NUTCRACKER Where/When: Winchester High School; Saturday, Dec, 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4 1 p.m. Why Go: Ballet director, Ms. Isil Avci, and the student dancers of Winchester Ballet Conservatory,wll be performing “The Nutcracker”.  Winchester’s annual, full-length production will be performed this holiday season on Dec. 3, in the Winchester High School’s auditorium. Tickets can be purchased at Winchester Ballet Conservatory, located at 9  Mount  Vernon Street in Winchester.  You may also order tickets in advance by calling  at   For more information contact the Winchester Ballet Conservatory at (…

  1. KIDS TURKEY TROT Where/When: Lincoln Elementary School; Thursday, Nov. 24, 8 a.m. registration, 8:15 a.m. start. Why Go: Kids ages 3-9 can participate in the first-ever Kids Turkey Trot, put on by Shanahan Real Estate and the Family Action Network of Winchester (FAN), and help raise money for the Bridget Brigade Foundation, a local charity that supports families caring for children with cancer. Kids will participate in age-based races and win a prize. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Price: $5 per child. 2. THANKSGIVING DAY GAME Where/When: Knowlton Stadium; Thursday, Nov. 24, 10:15 a…

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. BOXING EXHIBITION Where/When: Town Hall; Saturday, Nov. 19; 7 p.m. Why Go: The event will pit seven pugilists from New England against those from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., and is expected to bring in $40,000 to $50,000 to help fund Phase 2 of the Manchester Field Renovation Project, according to …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. LOCAL AUTHOR Where/When: Book Ends; Saturday, Nov. 12; 3 p.m. Why Go: There will be a reading and signing by Alice Schellhorn Magrane, who was Director of Guidance in the Winchester Public Schools for many years, retiring in 2008. The author will donate a portion of the sale of each copy of Snoshoo the Stowaway Bunny to …

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. Every Thursday we’ll be giving you a few suggestions of things to do this weekend. And be sure to let us know of any other events in the area that you might be attending. 1. BUST A MOVE Where/When: Town Hall;Friday , Nov. 4; 7:30 p.m. Why Go:  The fundraiser – Bust a Move for Breast Cancer – will take place on Friday, Nov. 4 at Town Hall at 7:30 p.m. People can RSVP by sending a check for $40 made out to Bust a Move for Breast Cancer and mail it to Lisa Basile at 40 Mayflower Road, Winchester…