Weekend Planner: A Local Author, a Farewell and a Dean

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.

Where/When: Friday, June 17, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Why Go: Come say a fond farewell to V-O at the. Past and present students, families and staff are all invited to celebrate V-O as it prepares to close its doors after 50 years.There will be okety of refreshments and remembrances.  

Pricing: Free.

2.

Where/When: Saturday, June 18, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Why Go: Who doesn't love a farmers market? It's a chance to buy freshly grown produce from the farmers themselves.

Pricing: Free.

3.

Where/when: , Saturday, June 18, 11 a.m.

Why go: Winchester resident, Miles Unger, will be back to Book Ends to sign and discuss his new book, Machiavelli. Unger is an art historian and journalist, and former managing editor of Art New England. He is currently a contributing writer to The New York Times, and is also the author of The Watercolors of Winslow Homer and Magnifico: The Brilliant Life and Violent Times of Lorenzo de' Medici.

Pricing: Free.

4.

Where/When: Stone Zoo; Sunday, June 19, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Why go: Celebrate this Father’s Day with dad and the entire family at the Franklin Park and Stone Zoos. Father’s receive free admission.

Pricing: Free for dads. All shows are free with paid admission to Stone Zoo. Stone Zoo Admission: $13 for adults; $11.00 for seniors (62+); $9 for children 2-12; Children under 2 are free.

5.

Where/When: Saturday, June 18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 2 p.m.

Why Go: The Regent Theatre’s Legends Series presents a Tribute to Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, starring Robbie Howard and Andy Dimino. It will be a recreation of the music, antics and camaraderie of two of the greatest entertainers of all time.

Pricing: $32.50 - Preferred Seating (1st 10 Rows Center Orchestra) $27.50 - Rest of Orchestra $22.50 - Balcony ($5.00 off above prices for senior and members)