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Get Out: Five Great Things To Do This Weekend

Because It's No Fun To Stay Home All Weekend

Take a sigh of relief because the weekend is in sight! Finally it’s time to loosen that tie and let your hair down. But if we catch you lounging on your couch all weekend, you’ll be in trouble. Spring is finally here, so get out there and enjoy it! Catch some country music at Mohegan or lace up those sneakers for the MS Walk—we don’t care what you do as long as you do something. And don’t worry, your couch won’t miss you.

1. CASTLEBERRY SPRING CRAFT SHOW

WHERE/WHEN: Friday through Sunday at the Connecticut Expo Center in Hartford. Open Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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WHY GO: Springtime is a perfect excuse for buying some new things!

PRICING: Admission is $8 per adult and is good for all three days. Kids 14 and under are free. Here’s a coupon for discounted admission!

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WHERE/WHEN: Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.

WHY GO: It’s time to grab those cowboy hats and head to Mohegan for some country jams!

PRICING: Tickets are $95 and $125.

3. DALA AT THE KATE

WHERE/WHEN: Friday at 8 p.m. at The Kate in Old Saybrook.

WHY GO: Their acoustic pop music will have you coming back for more!

PRICING: Tickets are $25.

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WHERE/WHEN: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hammonasset Beach State Park.

WHY GO: Quit staring at that old VCR in your garage and get rid of it already!

PRICING: Free.

5. 2011 TRAVELERS WALK MS

WHERE/WHEN: Sunday at Joel Elementary School in Clinton. Check-in is at 8 a.m.; walk begins at 9 a.m.

WHY GO: Not only will you be raising money for the National MS Society, but you’ll get some great exercise!

PRICING: If you raise at least $100, you’ll get a free Walk MS T-shirt!

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