Get Out: Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

It’s Thursday. The weekend is so close you can almost taste it. Downside? You’ve got no idea what to do during your two days of freedom.

Patch is coming to the rescue. We've picked out some of the best events around Fairfax County for your done-work-outta-here time. Is it 5 p.m. on Friday yet?

In Vienna:

1. Capital Steps

Where/When: auditorium, 2500 James Madison Drive, Vienna, at 4 p.m. Sunday

Why Go: This musical-meets-political satire has performed around the country. On Sunday, it comes to Madison as a fundraiser to benefit the High School's Drug Free, Alcohol Free All-Night Grad celebration.

Pricing: Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For more information, e-mail mromagno -at- gmail.com. An order form can be found here.

2.

Where/When: , 124 Park St. SE, Vienna. Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon.

Why Go: You'll be doing something good for your local and global community by helping "package 50,000 dehydrated, high protein, highly nutritious meals for use in crisis situations and school feeding programs." The event is supporting, "Stop Hunger Now....an international hunger relief organization dedicated to end world hunger in our lifetime."

Pricing: Obviously, it's free to volunteer your time. They're counting on you!

3.

, 1945 Lord Fairfax Rd, Vienna. From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Why Go: The fundraiser, brought to life by two Freedom Hill siblings, will donate all proceeds to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater DC, which helps families of kids who have long term hospital stays.

Pricing: Entry Fee is $25.

4. Wine And Design

Where/When: , 109 Church St. NE.  5 p.m. on Friday.

Why Go: It's Friday. What better way to "get away" than with wine and talk of European Design trends with owner , who just returned from tour of Europe.

Pricing: Free

And Beyond:

1.

Where/When: Northern Virgina Community College - Annandale Campus, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why Go: The National Capital Area Cake Show will feature live challenges, cupcake tastings and decorating demonstrations. This is a must-see event for all you Food Network Challenge lovers out there.

Pricing: General admission is $10 for one day or $15 for both days. Seniors, students and children can receive discounted tickets.

2.

Where/When: Williams Sonoma at , 1961 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean. Saturday, 10 a.m.

Why Go: According to the event listing, "If you struggle to get your toddlers, teenagers or mate to eat vegetables, this class is for you.  Saltandpepperchefs.com stars will educate, entertain and give out samples of foods including:  Quick Spinach Pie, Marvelous Mashed Cauliflower, Silky Smooth Sweet Potato Soup and Awesome Broiled Asparagus." Samples, yum!

Pricing: Advance $20 tickets are required to attend this event.

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Where/When: Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW, Washington. Shows run Thursday through Sunday.

Why Go: Everyone has fond memories of going to the circus as a child - and children of all ages will surely "oooh" and "ahhh" during "The Greatest Show on Earth."

Pricing: Ticket prices range from $14 to over $100.

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Where/When: , 905 Park Ave., Falls Church. Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Why Go: During Lent, you're supposed to forgo meat on Fridays and opt for fish instead. At St. James', you'll get "fried fish, french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw and a drink." The church is encouraging the local community to "Come and be a part of the fun, fellowship and fish."

Pricing: Donations are accepted.

Did we fail to mention an awesome event in your neck of the woods? Probably. Be sure to let us (and everyone else) know about it in the comments section.