Five Things: Weekend Events and More

1. Weekend Events: Friday is finally here. Are you looking to get out this weekend? We've compiled some of the events happening in and around Bedford in our weekend planner. From a concert by the Turkish inspired band Orkestra Marhaba on Saturday to a performance of The Passion of the Christ in Lexington on Sunday, you have no shortage of options when it comes to getting out this weekend.

2. ER Wait Times at Lahey: Want to know how service at the emergency room at Lahey Clinic stacks up against other hospitals in Massachusetts and around the country? Recent data released by the Center for Medicaire and Medicaide Services indicate patients wait an average of 353 minutes before they are admitted to the hospital as an inpatient at Lahey Clinic. 

3. The Latest From Sen. Barrett: . Barrett spoke with the students about the METCO program, and listened to what they had to say about their various experiences in the program. 

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5. Sunny Day, Chilly Night: Friday will be mostly sunny with a high near 41, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts a low of 25 Friday night.