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Get Out: 5 Things To Do This Weekend

Food, shows and tapping toes are just some of what is going on this weekend around the area.

It’s the Thursday between Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day. How do you keep the party going?  Dexter Patch has five ways to get out and enjoy the weekend in and around Dexter.


1. Nevermore at the Encore Musical Theatre

, 3126 Broad St., will present a new musical on the life of Edgar Allen Poe showing at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday.

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Why go?: Known for its stellar productions, any performance by Encore is a must-see. Nevermore is as dark and mysterious as the person it is about, Edgar Allan Poe. Using a combination of Poe’s writing and music, Nevermore will leave audiences asking for more.

Pricing: $22 per ticket, $19 for seniors.

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2. Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

Where/When: , 4:40-7:30 p.m. Friday.

Why go?: Enjoy all-you-can-eat fish, potato bar and desserts. 

Pricing: $10 eat-in, $9 drive-through, $5 kids.

3. Daddy/Daughter Dance

Where/When: , 6-8 p.m. Saturday.

Why go?: Spend an evening with your favorite daughter or stepdaughter with music, dancing and fun.

Pricing: Free.

4. Trivia Night

Where/When: The Creekside Trivia Night will take place at the   at 7 p.m. Saturday.

Why go?: Nothing makes you feel smarter than a night of fun-filled trivia. Grab a group of your friends and see who you can outsmart. 

Pricing: $10.

5. Couple's Dance

Where/When: , Saturday evening.

Why go?: If you are looking to rekindle some romance in your life, grab a partner and come dance the night away at Katie's in Dexter.

Pricing: Admission is free.

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