Five Things to Do This Weekend

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

Andover Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time, or spending time with your family. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new places to explore.

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Where/When: Friday, April 15, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Andover/North Andover YMCA, 165 Haverhill St., Andover.

Why Go: Drop your kids off at the YMCA for a fun-filled evening while you go out and spend your time as you please. Kids are treated with activities both on the mats and in the pool and light snacks are also served.

Pricing: YMCA Members $7; Community (non-members) $12 per child

Where/When: Saturday, 6 a.m. to noon. Harold Parker State Forest, 305 Middleton Road, North Andover.

Why Go: Come check out the excitement from the 62^nd annual Fishing Derby run by the Andover Sportsman Club.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Fridays, 5-6 p.m. Whole Foods Market, 40 Railroad St., Andover.

Why Go: What better way to start off your weekend than by stopping by Whole Foods and sampling a variety of foods. All departments offer samples of their products on Foodie Fridays.

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: Friday, 7 p.m., Andover High School, Andover

Why Go: Come cheer one the boys lacrosse team has they take on Tewksbury with a home field advantage. The boys team is still undefeated in this season, 4-0.

Pricing: Ranges between $5 and $10

Where/When: Saturday, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Andover Historical Society, 97 Main St., Andover

Why Go: The Historical Society will be holding it’s regular tea on Saturday, where attendees can enjoy a warm beverage while learning about Andover’s history. This week, Andover historian Jim Batchelder will discuss how Main Street businesses and services have changed over the decades.

Pricing: Free

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