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Weekend Planner

With milder weather continuing this weekend, here are some ideas to get out of the house.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Dallas-Hiram Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore.

 

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Applebee’s Restaurant, 5149 Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway, Hiram

When: Friday starting at 10 p.m.

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What: Karaoke

Pricing: Free karaoke participation

www.applebees.com or 770-222-8382

 

2011 Southeastern Flower Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre

When: Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

What: Premier gardening and horiticultural event

Pricing: $15 advanced tickets

www.sehort.org/flowershow

 

Personal Reflections of War at 4463 Cherokee  St., Acworth

When: Saturday, 12:30 – 8 p.m., Sunday, 1:30 – 4 p.m.

What: View watercolor paintings by WWII veterans Jack Smith & Bronislaw Bak

Pricing: Free

www.gallery4463.com

 

Greater Light Fellowship AME Zion Church, 535 Hardee St., Dallas,

When: Sunday, noon – 1 p.m.

What: Local top chef competition

Pricing: $20 entry fee

www.greaterlightfellowshipamez.com

 

Oscar Night In America at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway

When: Sunday at 7:30 p.m.

What:  Watch the Academy Awards and enjoy hors d’oeuvres & desserts

Pricing: $25 per person, with proceeds benefitting The Center for Family Resources

www.atlantaredcarpet.com or www.cobbenergycentre.com

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